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Cry, the Beloved Country

Mrs. Stephen Kumalo

Never given a first name by Paton, Stephen's wife plays her role of gentle pastor's wife with grace and confidence. Despite the fact that she doesn't have a strong identity, its clear that she not only loves but also understands her husband—she is able to help steer him in the right direction when he questions his fate or the fate of his family.