Characters from Barchester Towers

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Characters

Archdeacon Grantly - This person was promised the position of Bishop, as his father was Bishop.

Dr. Proudie - This character wants to appear powerful, but is really ruled by his wife.

Mrs. Proudie - This character has strict religious views, but is also very social and concerned with appearing wealthy and important.

Mr. Slope - This character took advantage of a series of influential women to eventually become the domestic chaplain of the Bishop of Barchester.

Eleanor Bold - This character is a recent widow with an infant son.

Dr. Harding -...
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