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The Worst Journey in the World · Character

Alfred Lord Tennyson

Poet quoted in the narrative.

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Also known as Tennyson

First appearance: the worst journey in the world

Alfred Lord Tennyson first appears in 0003 the worst journey in the world.

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TOTitus OatesEEEdgar EvansBBBirdie BowersEAEdward A. WilsonTCTom CreanALAlfred Lord Tennyson

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  • Terra Nova Expedition Members

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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