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Bourgeat

A humble water-carrier who inspires a famous surgeon.

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Also known as good Bourgeat

First appearance: The Atheist’s Mass

Bourgeat shows up with force in The Atheist’s Mass. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A humble water-carrier from Auvergne who selflessly supports Desplein's education.
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Bourgeat first appears in 0019 the atheist s mass.

In The Atheist’s Mass: A humble water-carrier from Auvergne who selflessly supports Desplein's education.

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MLMaximilien Lon…DEDespleinHBHorace BianchonEDEmilie de Font…GOGodeschalBOBourgeat

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  • Other

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  • Hidden charity
  • Parisian social web
  • Family and pride

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Bourgeat in The Atheist’s Mass
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