# Mr. Arrowpoint — Daniel Deronda character guide

> Mr. Arrowpoint in Daniel Deronda by George Eliot.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Mr. and Mrs. Arrowpoint

**First appearance:** 0010-vi

## Who they are

Catherine's father, a wealthy landowner.

## In the story

### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/daniel_deronda_se/chapters/v)

Host at Quetcham Hall, leads Gwendolen to the piano and praises her singing.

### [Chapter IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/daniel_deronda_se/chapters/ix)

Mr. Arrowpoint is mentioned as sharing in the general speculation about Grandcourt's suitability as a husband for Catherine.

### [XXII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/daniel_deronda_se/chapters/xxii)

Reluctantly supports his wife, questions the practicality of the match, and considers Harry Brendall as heir.

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