Lewita
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Aktualizováno: 2025-07-06
Research Status: Basic Last Updated: 2025-07-06 Diary Coverage: Up to 1874-04-28
Identity
One of Paul's inappropriate adult companions who takes him to the casino.Diary References
1874
- April 15: Paul escapes with Lewita instead of escorting his mother to Genoa. They are seen "montant la montagne vers le casino en fiacre" (going up the mountain toward the casino in a carriage) at Monte-Carlo station.
- April 28: Owned white dog that Paul obtained for Marie. When giving dog, tells Paul "ce n'est pas à 'votre sœur que je donne ce chien, mais à sa beauté'" (it's not to your sister I give this dog, but to her beauty). Marie calls him "ce juif" (this Jew) and notes Paul hints Lewita has "intentions." Dog previously named Monte-Carlo and Lewita, renamed Piccon.
Context
- Adult corrupting influence on 14-year-old Paul
- Takes Paul to casino (illegal for minors)
- Part of Paul's concerning social circle
- Possibly Jewish surname (Levita variant)
- Enables Paul's delinquent behavior
- One of the "hommes de trente ans" Paul associates with
Related Entries
- #Paul - Marie's corrupted brother
- #Monte_Carlo - Casino destination
- #Adam - Another corrupting influence
Research Notes
- Minor gambling laws in Monaco
- Adult grooming of adolescents
- Casino culture and corruption