Pride and Prejudice · Character
Mr. Wickham
A charming militia officer whose easy manners and flattering attentions make him Meryton's favorite—and whose polished surface conceals a profligate with neither honor nor integrity.
supporting
Also known as Wickham, George Wickham, dear Wickham, poor Wickham
First appearance: Chapter XV
As a supporting figure in Pride and Prejudice, Mr. Wickham is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Newly arrived officer introduced to the Bennet sisters; shares a tense moment with Mr.
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Wickham captivates every woman in Hertfordshire, including Elizabeth, with a plausible tale of ill-treatment at Darcy's hands. His charm is his weapon: he insinuates himself into the Bennet family's trust while pursuing…
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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Mr. Wickham appears across 20 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- Chapter XV
- Chapter XVI
- Chapter XVII
- Chapter XXI
- Chapter XXIV
- Chapter XXV
- Chapter XXVI
- Chapter XXVII
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See Mr. Wickham in Chapter XV