Bulfinch’s Mythology · Character
Marphisa
Fierce female Saracen warrior who later converts to Christianity.
minor
Also known as the bold Marphisa
First appearance: bradamante and rogero
Marphisa shows up with force in Rogero and Bradamante. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Rogero's sister who defends his claim and joyfully reunites with him.
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- Other
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- Miscellaneous Mythological and Romance Figures
- Greek and Trojan Heroes
- Charlemagne Epic Antagonists and Allies
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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