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Death Comes for the Archbishop Allusions & Cultural References

When authors refer to other great works, people, and events, it’s usually not accidental. Put on your super-sleuth hat and figure out why.

Literary and Philosophical References

  • St. Augustine (5.1.20).

Historical References

  • El Greco (P.39)
  • The Lombard War (P.43)
  • Annexation of New Mexico to the United States (P.3)
  • Kit Carson (9.7.2)
  • Titian (8.3.19)
  • Raphael (8.3.19)