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Mr. Harding

Retired clergyman, gentle and beloved by all.

minor

Also known as dear old Mr. Harding

First appearance: xvii mrs proudie s conversazione

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In Non-Impulsive: Mr. Harding is recalled by Dr. Grantly as the humble father of Mrs. Grantly, contrasting with her current social ambitions. Later, in Internecine: Griselda's grandfather, a simple old clergyman,…

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See Mr. Harding in xvii mrs proudie s conversazione

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LLLady LuftonLHLady HartletopMSMr. SlopeNSNathaniel Sowe…GGGriselda GrantlyMHMr. Harding

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Beloved Retired Clergyman
  • Financial and Political Entanglements
  • Extensive Supporting Cast

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Mr. Harding in xvii mrs proudie s conversazione