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Franklin

Benjamin Franklin, admired by Sir Arthur Lee, mentioned in conversation.

minor

Also known as a great admirer of Franklin, other Franklin

First appearance: iii

Franklin shows up with force in XIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Referenced as a figure to whom Bernard was introduced as a devotee of liberty, influencing his self-image.
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In XIII: Referenced as a figure to whom Bernard was introduced as a devotee of liberty, influencing his self-image. Later, in XIV:…

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PAPatienceEDEdmée de MaupratMDM. de la MarcheMAMarcasseBMBernard MaupratFRFranklin

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  • Moral and intellectual guides
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Franklin in iii