# Dr. Finn — Phineas Finn character guide

> Dr. Finn in Phineas Finn by Anthony Trollope.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Loughshane Dr. Finn, Dr. Finn, Dr. Finn—Malachi Finn

**First appearance:** 0000-i-phineas-finn-proposes-to-stand-for-loughshane

## Who they are

Phineas's father, a country doctor in Ireland.

## In the story

### [Phineas Finn Proposes to Stand for Loughshane](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/phineas_finn_se/chapters/i-phineas-finn-proposes-to-stand-for-loughshane)

Phineas's father, who advises against the plan but does not forbid it, showing a mix of pride and concern.

### [Phineas Finn Is Elected for Loughshane](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/phineas_finn_se/chapters/ii-phineas-finn-is-elected-for-loughshane)

Visits Lord Tulla to announce Phineas's candidacy; secures the Earl's support despite political differences.

### [Phineas Finn Returns to Killaloe](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/phineas_finn_se/chapters/xvi-phineas-finn-returns-to-killaloe)

Phineas's father, who is initially awed by his son's success but later questions his finances and legal career; reluctantly advances him a hundred pounds.

### [Mr. Monk Upon Reform](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/phineas_finn_se/chapters/xxxv-mr-monk-upon-reform)

Refuses to accept repayment from Phineas for past advances; encourages him to keep the legacy.

### [Again Successful](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/phineas_finn_se/chapters/l-again-successful)

Receives Phineas's letter, attends the dying Mr. Morris, and considers the political opportunity at Loughshane.

### [Conclusion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/phineas_finn_se/chapters/lxxvi-conclusion)

Discusses finances and future plans with Phineas, offering support.

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