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- Eugene Onegin
A dandy from Saint Petersburg, about 26. An arrogant, selfish and world-weary cynic.
- Vladimir Lensky
A young poet, about 18. A very romantic and naïve dreamer.
- Tatyana Larina
A shy and quiet, but passionate landowner's daughter.
- Olga Larina
Tatyana's sister. A vain coquette.
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