Emma · Character

Mr. Weston

A cheerful, enterprising widower who has married Miss Taylor and now schemes happily to bring his absent son Frank home to Highbury.

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Also known as Weston, Mr. Weston

First appearance: emma

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Described as a native of Highbury, a former militia captain, and a man of cheerful temper who made his fortune through trade, bought Randalls, and married Miss Taylor.

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Chapter II
Described as a native of Highbury, a former militia captain, and a man of cheerful temper who made his fortune through trade, bought Randalls, and married Miss Taylor.
V
Mentioned as supporting Mrs. Weston's view on Emma's friendship with Harriet, and as the husband of Mrs. Weston.
XIV
Mr. Weston is sanguine about his son Frank's visit and provides information about him during the gathering.
XVIII
Initially surprised and sorry, but quickly recovers, rationalizing that a later visit would be better.
Chapter XXIII
Meets Emma on the road, announces Frank Churchill's arrival, and later accompanies his son to Hartfield.
Chapter XXV
Mr. Weston calls Frank a coxcomb but supports the plan for Emma to dine at the Coles'.
Chapter XXIX
Supports the dance plans, insists on inviting both Miss Bates and her niece, and expresses approval of Frank's interest in Emma.
Chapter 23
Eager to proceed with the ball; helps facilitate Frank's departure.
Chapter XXXV
Mr. Weston arrives after dinner with a letter from Frank Churchill, cheerfully announcing Frank's impending visit. He shares the news with the company, assuming everyone shares his joy.
Chapter XXXVI
Eagerly anticipates Frank Churchill's visit and shares news of the family's move to London.
Chapter XXXVII
Delighted by Frank's proximity and eagerly plans the ball at the Crown.
XLVI
Brings Emma to Randalls with mysterious urgency; hints at the news but leaves the revelation to his wife.
Chapter XLVII
Mr. Weston informs Harriet of Frank Churchill's engagement and emphasizes the need for secrecy, which Emma must navigate in her conversation with Harriet.
XLIX
Mr. Weston sends a letter to Mr. Knightley with the news of Frank Churchill and Jane Fairfax's engagement.

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