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Marullo

A Greek scholar married to Alessandra Scala.

minor

Also known as the accomplished Marullo

First appearance: A Learned Squabble

Marullo shows up with force in A Learned Squabble. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Alessandra's husband, the Greek soldier-poet, seated with the family during the interview.
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NONofriBDBernardo del N…ASAlessandra ScalaTMTito MelemaRDRomola de' BardiMAMarullo

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Scholars and humanists
  • Main characters and associates
  • Supporting cast and background characters
  • Protagonist

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

Romola’s repeated reading of the printed Trial marks the emotional and psychological peak because it forces he…

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