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The Blithedale Romance · Character

Eliot

Historical figure referenced as the namesake of Eliot's Pulpit.

minor

Also known as the venerable Apostle Eliot

First appearance: xiv eliot s pulpit

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ZEZenobiaMHMr. Hollingswo…TVThe Veiled LadyPRPriscillaOMOld MoodieELEliot

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