# Mr. Kendrew — Man and Wife character guide

> Mr. Kendrew in Man and Wife by Wilkie Collins.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0047-xxix-anne-among-the-lawyers

## Who they are

A lawyer consulted by the characters.

## In the story

### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ii)

An old friend who confronts Vanborough about his neglect and shame of his wife, and expresses dislike for Mr. Delamayn.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/iii)

Vanborough's old friend who is disgusted by Vanborough's willingness to exploit the legal loophole and ends their friendship.

### [VI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/vi)

Attends the funeral of the deserted wife, takes grass from her grave, and leaves England for a colonial appointment, never to return.

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