# Mr. Bury — Miss Marjoribanks character guide

> Mr. Bury in Miss Marjoribanks by Margaret Oliphant.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0007-viii

## Who they are

A local gentleman, often seen in Carlingford social circles.

## In the story

### [Chapter VIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/miss_marjoribanks_se/chapters/viii)

The Rector visits Lucilla with Mrs. Mortimer, appearing solemn and intent on being 'faithful'.

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

The Rector is annoyed by Mrs. Mortimer's fainting at an inopportune moment, and Lucilla finds her opportunity in his failure.

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