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Catherine II

Russian empress cited in a discussion of despotism.

minor

Also known as Catharine, Catherine

First appearance: what is property

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  • Psychological
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Character groups

  • Broad intellectual and political spectrum
  • Protagonist
  • Moral and legal authorities

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Story tension across the book.

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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