Barchester Towers · Character
John Bold
Eleanor's deceased husband, a reforming surgeon.
minor
Also known as Mr. John Bold, John Bold the Younger, the late Mr. Bold
First appearance: i who will be the new bishop
John Bold shows up with force in Hiram’s Hospital According to Act of Parliament. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Deceased husband of Eleanor; his lawsuit against Mr.
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- Barchester Clergy & Gentry
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The emotional and psychological peak occurs when the archdeacon, despite his usual self-assurance, is visibly…
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