The Probable Etymological Roots of Hawthorne's Pietro Baglioni in “Rappaccini's Daughter”

Abstract An examination of the potential etymological roots of Pietro Baglioni's name in “Rappaccini's Daughter” can provide insight into the character's function in the story as well as accommodate opposing interpretations of his role.

Bibliographic Details
Published in:	Names
Main Author:	Ronald J. Nelson
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	University Library System, University of Pittsburgh 1992-09-01
Online Access:	http://ans-names.pitt.edu/ans/article/view/1325

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