Can You Forgive Her? · Character

Squire Vavasor

The old, dying squire of Vavasor Hall, George's grandfather.

minor

Also known as Squire Vavasor of Vavasor Hall, Vavasor Hall, Squire

First appearance: LIII: The Last Will of the Old Squire

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Alice's grandfather, a hotheaded, honest old gentleman who lives at Vavasor Hall in Westmoreland and decries the state of the country.

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In Mr. Vavasor and His Daughter: Alice's grandfather, a hotheaded, honest old gentleman who lives at Vavasor Hall in Westmoreland and decries the state of the country. Later, in George Vavasor, the Wild Man: George's…

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Main love and political triangle
Extended family, society, and minor schemers
Vavasor estate and legal circle

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Aftermath
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Mr. Vavasor and His Daughter
Alice's grandfather, a hotheaded, honest old gentleman who lives at Vavasor Hall in Westmoreland and decries the state of the country.
George Vavasor, the Wild Man
George's grandfather, who quarrels with George over raising money on the estate and ties up the property to prevent him from cutting trees.
Among the Fells
The Squire is the host at Christmas breakfast, pressing Alice about her broken engagement and expressing his desire for reconciliation with George, though he insists on an apology first.
XXXII: Containing an Answer to the Love Letter
Alice tells him of her engagement; he is the first family member she informs.
Mr. Vavasor Speaks to His Daughter
Mentioned as having given Alice a message for George, offering conditional support for the marriage.
The Inn at Shap
Sends a note offering reconciliation if George apologizes; George refuses.
XLI: A Noble Lord Dies
The old Squire is obstinate and hostile toward George, calling him an 'ill-mannered cub' and refusing to be gracious.
Bold Speculations on Murder
George's grandfather, the target of his murderous fantasies due to his refusal to die and leave his estate.
LIII: The Last Will of the Old Squire
The old Squire is dying, but remains defiant and violent. He summons Mr. Gogram to make a new will, which is completed, and dies in the evening.

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