# Mrs. Morgan — Hester character guide

> Mrs. Morgan in Hester by Margaret Oliphant.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** old Mrs. Morgan, dear Mrs. Morgan

**First appearance:** 0007-vi-neighbours-and-relations

## Who they are

The wife of Captain Morgan.

## In the story

### [IX: Recollections](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/hester_se/chapters/ix-recollections)

Mrs. Morgan is present during the conversation, occasionally interjecting with her own observations.

### [XI: Mother and Daughter](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/hester_se/chapters/xi-mother-and-daughter)

Sent a message asking Hester to stay for supper, contributing to Mrs. John's solitude.

### [XII: An Indignant Spectator](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/hester_se/chapters/xii-an-indignant-spectator)

A tranquil old lady who welcomes Hester and questions her about marrying Harry Vernon.

### [Walks and Talks](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/hester_se/chapters/xvi-walks-and-talks)

Sits by the fire, eager to hear news of her family; contrasts with her husband's detachment, as she yearns to stay connected to her children and grandchildren.

### [XVII: The Young and the Old](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/hester_se/chapters/xvii-the-young-and-the-old)

Beams with happiness over Roland's arrival, shares her philosophy on love and family, and gently challenges Catherine's views.

### [XXI: Warning](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/hester_se/chapters/xxi-warning)

Appeals to Roland's loyalty to Catherine Vernon, urging him not to lead anyone she loves into danger; mediates between her husband and grandson.

### [A New Competitor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/hester_se/chapters/xxiv-a-new-competitor)

Soft-spoken and gentle; tries to mediate between Emma and the captain; expresses concern that Mrs. Merridew may not invite Emma.

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