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A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man · Character

Alfred Lord Tennyson

Poet referenced in Stephen's reading.

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Also known as Tennyson

First appearance: v

Alfred Lord Tennyson first appears in 0006 v.

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SDStephen DedalusVHVincent HeronBOBolandCNCardinal NewmanNANashALAlfred Lord Tennyson

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