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The person Dickens is referring to is Joanna Southcott. She was a self-described prohetess in England who allegedly had many spiritual revelations

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In 'A Tale of Two Cities', Charles Dickens is referring to Joanna Southcott, an English religious prophetess who claimed to have special powers and predicted the coming apocalypse. Mrs. Southcott was known for her controversial prophecies and held a significant following during her time. Dickens uses her name as a symbol of superstition and false prophecy in the novel.

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Q: Who is Charles Dickens referring to when he mentions Mrs Southcott in 'A Tale of Two Cities'?
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