Pride and Prejudice · Character
Sir William Lucas
A genial, pompous neighbor knighted after his mayoralty, father of Charlotte.
minor
Also known as Sir William Lucas
First appearance: vi
Sir William Lucas shows up with force in Chapter XXII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Sir William and Lady Lucas joyfully consent to the match, seeing it as advantageous for their daughter.
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In Chapter XXII: Sir William and Lady Lucas joyfully consent to the match, seeing it as advantageous for their daughter. Later, in Chapter XXVII: Travels with Elizabeth to London; his conversation is described as empty…
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