Archdeacon Grantly

Eleanor Bold

Archdeacon Grantly is Eleanor's brother-in-law and acts as a protective, often overbearing, guardian figure.

Mr. Harding

Archdeacon Grantly is Mr. Harding's son-in-law, and they share a close, though sometimes contentious, family bond.

Mr. Slope

Archdeacon Grantly fiercely battles Mr. Slope for control of the diocese and church politics.

Mr. Arabin

Archdeacon Grantly and Mr. Arabin are allies and fellow clergymen, with Grantly supporting Arabin's career.

Eleanor Bold

Archdeacon Grantly is Eleanor's brother-in-law and acts as a protective, often overbearing, guardian figure.

Mr. Slope

Archdeacon Grantly fiercely battles Mr. Slope for control of the diocese and church politics.

Eleanor Bold

Archdeacon Grantly is Eleanor's brother-in-law and acts as a protective, often overbearing, guardian figure.

Mr. Harding

Archdeacon Grantly is Mr. Harding's son-in-law, and they share a close, though sometimes contentious, family bond.

Mr. Harding

Archdeacon Grantly is Mr. Harding's son-in-law, and they share a close, though sometimes contentious, family bond.

Mr. Arabin

Archdeacon Grantly and Mr. Arabin are allies and fellow clergymen, with Grantly supporting Arabin's career.

Mr. Slope

Archdeacon Grantly fiercely battles Mr. Slope for control of the diocese and church politics.

Mr. Arabin

Archdeacon Grantly and Mr. Arabin are allies and fellow clergymen, with Grantly supporting Arabin's career.

Who Will Be the New Bishop?

The son of the deceased bishop, he had hoped to succeed his father but is thwarted by the change in government.

Hiram’s Hospital According to Act of Parliament

Eleanor's brother-in-law, agrees that the baby is delightful.

The Bishop's Chaplain

Contrasted with Mr. Slope: the Archdeacon is described as a ruler who maintains power through wisdom and gentlemanly conduct, unlike Slope's intrusive and manipulative style.

A Morning Visit

Accompanies Mr. Harding; deeply offended by the new bishop's household, especially Mr. Slope's familiarity and Mrs. Proudie's presence; vows never to shake Slope's hand again.

War

Furious at the new bishop and Mr. Slope, he plans a campaign of high church opposition and vows to make Barchester too hot for Slope.

The Dean and Chapter Take Counsel

Leads the chapter meeting, vehemently opposes Mr. Slope, and insists on barring him from the cathedral pulpit.

The Ex-Warden Rejoices in His Probable Return to the Hospital

Expresses strong opinions on the hospital affair, criticizing the government's role and the reduction of income, but supports Mr. Harding's reappointment as a practical matter.

Mrs. Proudie's Reception—Commenced

Attends the reception with his wife and daughter Griselda, shaking hands with Dr. Stanhope.

Mrs. Proudie's Reception—Concluded

Engages in sharp banter with Bishop Proudie about Oxford reforms, representing the Grantlyite faction.

The Rubbish Cart

Mentioned as being out when Mr. Harding arrives; expected to advocate for open battle against the Proudie faction.

The New Champion

Triumphantly secures Mr. Arabin for St. Ewold's; energetically persuades Mr. Harding to resist Slope's conditions; later disturbed by Mrs. Grantly's news about Eleanor and Slope.

Who Shall Be Cock of the Walk?

He writes to the bishop requesting a meeting about Mr. Harding's reappointment to the hospital.

The Widow's Persecution

Furious at being fobbed off with a note from Mr. Slope, he confronts Mr. Harding and Eleanor, suspecting Mr. Slope's designs on Eleanor and the hospital.

Mr. Arabin

Host at Plumstead; praises Arabin highly and defends him against his wife's criticisms.

St. Ewold’s Parsonage

Accuses Eleanor of deceit regarding Mr. Slope, discusses parish matters with Mr. Arabin, and thoroughly inspects the parsonage's condition.

The Thornes of Ullathorne

Assists Mr. Arabin at the reading desk; his duty at Plumstead is taken by Mr. Harding.

Mr. Arabin Reads Himself in at St. Ewold's

Accompanies Arabin, ridicules his shyness, and preaches a sermon comparing himself to St. Paul.

Mr. Slope Manages Matters Very Cleverly at Puddingdale

Continues to oppose the bishop's plans and seeks support from the Master of Lazarus to drive the bishop into compliance.

Mrs. Bold Is Entertained by Dr. and Mrs. Grantly at Plumstead

Intercepts Mr. Slope's letter, expresses outrage, and confronts Eleanor about her association with Slope.

A Serious Interview

Confronts Eleanor about Mr. Slope's letter, believing it to be a love letter, and becomes further convinced of her intention to marry Slope.

Another Love Scene

Mentioned as having lectured Eleanor about Mr. Slope, contributing to her irritation.

The Bishop's Library

Dominates the clerical gathering in the bishop's library, anxiously considering the dean's condition and the potential succession.

Oxford—The Master and Tutor of Lazarus

Gloomy about Mr. Slope's potential rise to the deanery; discusses strategy with Mr. Arabin and treats Mr. Harding as a pawn in the ecclesiastical struggle.

The Bishop Sits Down to Breakfast, and the Dean Dies

Angry with Eleanor for arriving with Mr. Slope; condemns her behavior to Mr. Arabin.

The Dean Elect

Frustrated by Mr. Harding's reluctance to accept the deanery and distressed by Mr. Arabin's rumored misconduct.

Miss Thorne Shows Her Talent at Matchmaking

Accompanies Mr. Harding back to Barchester, arguing that Harding should accept the deanery.

The Archdeacon Is Satisfied with the State of Affairs

Initially disbelieves Eleanor's engagement to Mr. Arabin, but later approves and plans the wedding; shows goodwill to Mrs. Quiverful.

The New Dean Takes Possession of the Deanery, and the New Warden of the Hospital

Accompanies Mr. Harding to Oxford and London, using his influence to promote Mr. Arabin and thwart Mr. Slope, though he takes more credit than due.

Conclusion

Performs the marriage ceremony; celebrates his victory over Mr. Slope with extravagant gifts; retains some ecclesiastical authority but no longer reigns supreme.