Mr. Bickersdyke

Psmith

Antagonistic relationship where Psmith constantly outwits and undermines his bank manager and later political opponent.

Mike Jackson

Mike is frequently at odds with Bickersdyke, who dislikes him due to his association with Psmith.

Mr. Jackson

Bickersdyke and Mr. Jackson have a tense professional relationship due to Bickersdyke's dislike of Psmith and Mike.

Psmith

Antagonistic relationship where Psmith constantly outwits and undermines his bank manager and later political opponent.

Mr. Jackson

Bickersdyke and Mr. Jackson have a tense professional relationship due to Bickersdyke's dislike of Psmith and Mike.

Psmith

Antagonistic relationship where Psmith constantly outwits and undermines his bank manager and later political opponent.

Mike Jackson

Mike is frequently at odds with Bickersdyke, who dislikes him due to his association with Psmith.

Mike Jackson

Mike is frequently at odds with Bickersdyke, who dislikes him due to his association with Psmith.

Psmith in the City

Bank manager, addressed constituents, confronted by Psmith at club, receives Mike's confession.

Mr. Bickersdyke Walks Behind the Bowler's Arm

Manager of a bank and aspiring politician; walks behind the bowler's arm, causing Mike's dismissal.

Mike Hears Bad News

The family bulldog, who follows Mike to the study and provides a moment of relief during the tense conversation.

The New Era Begins

Referred to by Psmith as 'Comrade Bickersdyke' and 'a Merchant Prince'; Psmith criticizes his bridge skills and attire, and their relationship remains strained.

First Steps in a Business Career

The bank manager who recognizes Mike from their earlier encounter but treats him coldly and impersonally.

The Other Man

Discussed by Mr. Waller as a very able but unpopular manager, with a history of climbing the career ladder and a strained relationship with the cashier.

Psmith Explains

Referenced as the bank manager who holds grudges against both Psmith and Mike.

VII: Going Into Winter Quarters

Questions Psmith's work ethic; receives Psmith's father's regards without comment; accepts Rossiter's assurance about Psmith's work.

The Haunting of Mr. Bickersdyke

Becomes increasingly unsettled by Psmith's persistent, patronizing presence at the club, culminating in a bridge revoke and an outburst.

X: Mr. Bickersdyke Addresses His Constituents

The bank manager is in a foul mood, contemplates dismissing Psmith but realizes he has no grounds. Later addresses a political meeting, where Psmith heckles him.

Misunderstood

The target of Psmith's intervention at the meeting. He is described as being annoyed and unappreciative of Psmith's 'friendly' correction regarding the stolen story.

In a Nutshell

Furious over the meeting incident, he confronts Psmith but is outmaneuvered and left speechless.

Mike Is Moved On

Mr. Bickersdyke remains hostile toward Mike, reprimanding him for minor infractions like posting unstamped letters.

Psmith Makes a Discovery

Bickersdyke is revealed to have been a socialist speaker in the Tulse Hill Parliament, a fact Psmith intends to use against him.

Concerning a Cheque

Present during the confrontation about the forged cheque; described as wanting to get rid of Mr. Waller.

XXI: Psmith Makes Inquiries

Furiously berates Mike in his office, using his public-speaking fluency to denounce him.

And Takes Steps

Mr. Bickersdyke is the target of Psmith's intervention; he is observed entering the Turkish Baths.

Mr. Bickersdyke Makes a Concession

Reluctantly concedes to Psmith's demands, agreeing not to dismiss Mike Jackson.

The Spirit of Unrest

Elected to Parliament by a small majority; his election alters the power dynamic with Psmith and Mike.

Breaking the News

Bank manager who disciplines Mike by assigning Psmith to replace him temporarily.

At Lord's

Mentioned as the manager who will likely use Mike's desertion to dismiss him; Psmith reports a brief chat with him.

XXVIII: Psmith Arranges His Future

Mentioned as the manager who will be pained by Psmith's resignation.

And Mike's

Mentioned as the target of Psmith's impending resignation announcement at the club.

XXX: The Last Sad Farewells

Caught off guard by Psmith's resignation; had planned to dismiss Psmith for leaving work early, but is outmaneuvered in the conversation.