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John Donne
A metaphysical poet whose works Orlando admires.
minor
Also known as Donne
First appearance: ii
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- Elizabethan literary circle
- Protagonist
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In this passage, the dramatic climax occurs as Orlando experiences a profound psychological rupture: after thi…
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