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Boston Common
Massachusetts, Boston
America's oldest public park. Magnus was homeless here before his death, sleeping in the park and scrounging for food in the surrounding area.
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Visiting Tips
Boston Common is the oldest public park in the US, dating to 1634. The adjacent Public Garden has the famous Swan Boats.
Book Appearances
The Sword of SummerBook 1
Magnus lived as a homeless teen in and around Boston Common before being found by his relatives and ultimately dying on the Longfellow Bridge.
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Key Events
- ▸Magnus's homeless life in Boston
Coordinates: 42.3551, -71.0656