Erewhon · Character
Paley
A historical figure referenced in discussions of natural theology.
minor
Also known as Archbishop Paley
First appearance: xxiii the book of the machines
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With Narrator (friendship): Paley is a fellow traveler and friend who accompanies the narrator on part of his journey and shares his observations. In VII: First Impressions: The narrator references Paley's argument…
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