Tale of Two Cities Characters

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Character Summaries

Jerry Cruncher: Handyman for Tellson's, known as a "resurrection man"; distinctive appearance includes a bald head with jagged black hair and close-set black eyes; acts as bodyguard for Jarvis Lorry.
Jarvis Lorry: A 60-year-old banker for Tellson's; characterized by a worn brown suit and well-maintained appearance; instrumental in bringing baby Lucie Manette out of Paris.
Alexandre Manette: Father of Lucie; endured 18 years of imprisonment, resulting in white hair and haggard eyes; a physician skilled in shoemaking, associated with One Hundred and Five, North Tower.
Miss Pross: A wild-looking woman donned in red, known for her strong and protective nature towards Lucie; her eccentric appearance includes a tight-fitting dress and a cheese-shaped bonnet.
Lucie Manette: Portrayed as a delicate, beautiful young woman with golden hair and blue eyes; possesses an expressive forehead; is in love with Charles Darnay.
Charles Darnay: A young man around 25, notably dark-haired with features resembling Sydney Carton; wears dark clothing; faces trial for treason, despite his innocence; linked to the nobility through his uncle, the Marquis Evermonde.
John Barsad: Known as Solomon Pross, Miss Pross's brother; describes himself as a spy and has experienced imprisonment in France.
Roger Cly: A deceptive spy who orchestrates his own death to serve his interests.
Sydney Carton: Shares physical traits with Darnay but is marked by a careless lifestyle; described as learned yet troubled, he harbors unrequited love for Lucie.
Marquis Evermonde: A 60-year-old aristocrat depicted with a pale visage and aloof demeanor; poorly regarded by the aristocracy; notorious for his indifference towards the common people and is murdered by Gaspard.
Gaspard: A comedic figure whose son suffers a fatal accident due to the Marquis; ultimately avenges his son’s death by killing the Marquis.
Monsieur Defarge: Owner of a wine shop in Saint Antoine; characterized by a strong build and martial appearance; a pivotal revolutionary figure who aided Manette upon his release from the Bastille.
Madame Defarge: A stout woman with a watchful demeanor; constantly knitting, symbolizing her vengeful nature; involved in violent acts, including beheading the governor.
C.J. Stryver: Darnay's attorney and colleague to Carton; depicted as stout and brash, he is ambitious and self-serving, eventually marrying a widow with children.
The Vengeance: Friend of Madame Defarge, described as stout and mean; she represents the fervent support within the revolutionary ranks.

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