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Passages from the Life of a Philosopher · Character

Lucien Bonaparte

Brother of Napoleon, a scientific acquaintance.

minor

Also known as Lucien, Lucien Bonaparte

First appearance: of the bonaparte family

Lucien Bonaparte first appears in 0026 of the bonaparte family.

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LFLord FlummACAugustin-Louis…NBNapoleon Bonap…SJSir Joseph BanksJHJohn HerschelLBLucien Bonaparte

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Scientific contemporaries and acquaintances
  • Satirical play characters
  • Wide circle of acquaintances and collaborators

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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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