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Who is Fulbert from The Letters of Abelard and Heloise and what is their importance? Heloise_(abbess) English & Literature Fulbert | The Letters of Abelard and Heloise

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Last updated by Jill W on 25 Dec 22:37

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Answered by Jill W on 25 Dec 22:37

Fulbert was Heloise's uncle. He allowed Abelard to live with him and Heloise until he discovered their affair. He then forced their marriage and had Abelard castrated.

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The Letters of Abelard and Heloise