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Marius the Epicurean · Character

Saint Augustine

The Christian theologian, whose conversion story parallels some themes in the book.

minor

Also known as Augustine

First appearance: part iv xxviii anima naturaliter christiana

See Saint Augustine in part iv xxviii anima naturaliter christianaBook page

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MAMariusMAMarcus AureliusDADanteHOHomerFAFaustinaSASaint Augustine

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  • Other

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  • Historical, Mythological, and Religious Figures
  • Protagonist
  • Imperial and Courtly Circle

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Falling action.

SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Saint Augustine in part iv xxviii anima naturaliter christiana