Miss Marjoribanks · Character

Mrs. Mortimer

A widow and friend of the Marjoribanks family, often involved in local social affairs.

minor

Also known as Poor Mrs. Mortimer, poor Mrs. Mortimer, Mortimer, dear Mrs. Mortimer

First appearance: iv

Mrs. Mortimer shows up with force in Chapter VIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

A widow in deep mourning, introduced by Mr.

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Chapter VIII
A widow in deep mourning, introduced by Mr. Bury as a companion during his visit to Lucilla.
Chapter IX
Lucilla has taken up her cause after the Rector's failed scheme, and her prospects are brightening under Lucilla's patronage.
XXII
Sees the Archdeacon approaching and is visibly shaken, dropping her books and turning pale.
Chapter XXIII
Agitated and trembling after the Archdeacon's appearance, she writes a note to Lucilla begging for advice and confesses her lingering feelings for 'poor Edward'.
XXIV
Discussed as the object of the Archdeacon's disapproval; Lucilla sends her a reassuring note.
Chapter XXVII
Visits Lucilla, anxious about the Archdeacon; feels ashamed when Lucilla sees through her preoccupation; is soothed by Lucilla.
XXXI
Sits listlessly at her window, longing for a life outside; is invited by Lucilla to the Thursday evening gathering, though she protests she is not fit for society.
XXXIII
Half fainting and timid, she is caught in the confrontation and later attempts to offer herself to the Archdeacon, but is ignored.
Chapter XXXIV
Mrs. Mortimer, now married to the Archdeacon, advises Lucilla on how to attract a husband, but Lucilla dismisses the idea.

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