Yama · Character
Simanovsky
A self-satisfied comrade of Likhonin's circle who lectures on saving fallen women with heroic rhetoric, then turns Liubka's education into reckless parlor chemistry.
supporting
Also known as Comrade Simanovsky
First appearance: yama
As a supporting figure in Yama, Simanovsky is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Skeptical and authoritative; proposes teaching Marx, chemistry, and physics, though his plans seem impractical.
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In XIV: Skeptical and authoritative; proposes teaching Marx, chemistry, and physics, though his plans seem impractical. Later, in XVI: Referenced in relation to his opinion about Liubka's ability to make artificial…
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Relationship types
- Professional
- Other
Character groups
- Prostitutes and Aristocratic Patrons
- Central Brothel Characters
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the dramatic climax because Jennka’s confession—“someone has infected me with syphilis”—represents the…
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- Liubka
professional · negative
Simanovsky is a client of Liubka's, engaging with her in the brothel setting. How this plays out →
- Liubka
professional · negative
Simanovsky is a client of Liubka's, engaging with her in the brothel setting. How this plays out →
- Liubka
professional · negative
Simanovsky is a client of Liubka's, engaging with her in the brothel setting. How this plays out →
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