William Carey

Chapter III

Philip's uncle, who reluctantly takes charge of him and explains the financial constraints of the family.

IV

Walks with Philip from the station, makes up the fire, and shares his egg top.

V

The Vicar reflects on his brother's extravagance and his sister-in-law's beauty, and is irritated by the dozen photographs.

VI

The Vicar reads the Times, teaches Philip Latin and mathematics poorly, and has a tense relationship with the churchwarden Josiah Graves.

VII

The Vicar strictly observes Sunday duties, polishes the communion plate, insists on his egg for his voice, and counts the offerings after service.

VIII

Irritable and strict; punishes Philip for playing on Sunday and forbids him from attending church.

IX

Assigns Philip the collect to learn, takes his afternoon nap, and later allows Mrs. Carey to give Philip books.

Philip Goes to School

Uncle William accompanies Philip to school, speaks with the headmaster, and leaves Philip there.

Chapter XIV

Uncle William dismissively explains that faith is required for miracles, leaving Philip feeling misled when his prayers go unanswered.

XX

Philip's uncle, a vicar, is mentioned as weak and selfish, contributing to Philip's rejection of the clergy.

XXI

Uncle William resists changing plans for Philip and writes to Mr. Perkins about Philip's wish to leave at Christmas.

XXXII

Uncle William is described as stouter, balder, grayer, and insignificant; Philip sees him as weak and self-indulgent.

XXXIII

Corresponds with the family lawyer about Philip's career; decides on chartered accountancy.

XXXV

Sees Miss Wilkinson off at the station with Philip; is kissed by her on the train.

XXXVII

Sends Philip fourteen pounds a month; goes to Cornwall with his wife for Christmas.

XXXIX

The Vicar firmly opposes Philip's plan, insisting he stick to his chosen profession and condemning Paris as immoral.

LI

Writes to Philip informing him of Aunt Louisa's death and requesting his presence at the funeral.

LII

Recently widowed; reads the paper, eats heartily, discusses funeral wreaths, and gives Mary Ann notice; questions Philip's decisions and mentions his clubfoot.

LIII

Mr. Carey retires to his study after a brief conversation with Philip about what he learned in Paris.

LXXVIII

Philip telegraphs his uncle and returns to the vicarage at Blackstable for solace.

XCVIII

Uncle William refuses Philip's request for a loan, citing his own financial prudence and Philip's past irresponsibility, leaving Philip in dire straits.

C

Philip thinks of his uncle's eventual death as his only hope for an inheritance.

CV

Philip obsessively wishes for his death to inherit money, calculating his age and health conditions.

CVIII

Aged and frail after a severe illness, invites Philip to Blackstable, shows signs of decline.

Chapter CX

The dying vicar, clinging to life despite pain and monotony, anxious about his health and dependent on Mrs. Foster.

CXI

The dying vicar; initially rallies but then declines; receives communion and dies peacefully, claiming he will rejoin his wife.

CXII

Deceased; his will, papers, and a letter from Philip's mother are examined.