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John Home

Scottish minister and dramatist, a historical reference.

minor

Also known as Home

First appearance: editor s introduction to waverley

See John Home in editor s introduction to waverleyBook page

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LELady Emily Bla…MAMacMurroughFMFergus MacIvorCTColonel TalbotEWEdward WaverleyJHJohn Home

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  • Other

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  • Minor and Historical Figures
  • Central Jacobite and Waverley Circle
  • Protagonist

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See John Home in editor s introduction to waverley