The Autobiography of Mark Rutherford · Character

Ellen

A woman whose presence pulls at Rutherford's affections and forces him to weigh the claims of love against the habits of a solitary mind.

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Also known as VI Ellen

First appearance: vi ellen and mary

As a supporting figure in The Autobiography of Mark Rutherford, Ellen is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Rutherford's former fiancée; their engagement breaks due to his loss of faith.

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