Senator Gotobed

John Morton

John Morton, as a local squire, engages with Senator Gotobed in debates about English and American customs.

Goarly

Goarly, a poacher, becomes a legal case study for Senator Gotobed's critique of English game laws.

John Morton

John Morton, as a local squire, engages with Senator Gotobed in debates about English and American customs.

Goarly

Goarly, a poacher, becomes a legal case study for Senator Gotobed's critique of English game laws.

John Morton

John Morton, as a local squire, engages with Senator Gotobed in debates about English and American customs.

Goarly

Goarly, a poacher, becomes a legal case study for Senator Gotobed's critique of English game laws.

The Paragon's Party at Bragton

American Senator visiting Bragton, critical of English customs like fox hunting and the scale of the estate.

The Old Kennels

Observes the hunt with critical curiosity, questioning its efficiency and purpose; is present when poison is discovered.

Goarly's Revenge

Questions the hunting customs and sympathizes with Goarly as a man standing up for his rights against the crowd.

XII: Arabella Trefoil

Persistently questions the Church of England's practices, particularly the absentee rector Mr. Puttock, drawing comparisons with American systems. His critical observations add to the tension.

At Bragton

Asks pointed questions about English customs, including church patronage and room heating, highlighting cultural differences.

XV: A Fit Companion—For Me and My Sisters

Encountered by Reginald at Bragton; he has just returned from a visit and inquires about the farmhouse.

Mr. Gotobed's Philanthropy

Visits Goarly to express support for his stand against the aristocracy; investigates the damage compensation dispute.

Lord Rufford's Invitation

Willing to attend, seeing it as an opportunity to observe English society and discuss the Goarly case.

XIX: “Who Valued the Geese?”

Investigates the Goarly case, promises fifty dollars to support the poor man's claim, and argues for justice against aristocratic privilege.

XX: There Are Convenances

Visits the meet to explain his views about Goarly to Lord Rufford; laughs at English churchgoing habits and is considered an unsuitable guest by Lady Augustus.

The First Evening at Rufford Hall

Arrives with Morton, discusses American institutions and the Goarly case with Lady Penwether.

Jemima

Listens to discussions about Goarly at the public breakfast, questions the severity of punishment for killing a fox, and wanders the park during the hunt.

The Ball

Dances with Miss Penge and whispers to Lady Penwether about the rumored engagement between Arabella and John Morton.

XXV: The Last Morning at Rufford Hall

Attempts to discuss the Goarly case with Lord Rufford but is dismissed; his American perspective is not understood.

Mounser Green

The American Senator pursuing the Goarly case; meets Morton at the Foreign Office and seeks a seat for the opening of Parliament.

The Senator's Letter

Visits Dillsborough alone, stays at the Bush Inn, meets with Goarly and Bearside, pays Bearside £15, writes a critical letter about English aristocracy, and leaves feeling uneasy about the Goarly case.

The Rufford Correspondence

Mentioned by Lord Rufford in connection with the poisoned fox case.

XLI: The Senator Is Badly Treated

Visits Bragton and faces hostility from locals; insists on justice despite being pressured by Bearside for legal fees.

Mr. Mainwaring's Little Dinner

Provokes controversy by criticizing Church patronage and English wine, remaining unapologetic throughout the dinner.

The Senator’s Second Letter

The Senator is deeply troubled by English customs and politics, studying Parliament and witnessing a corrupt election. He also settles the Bearside legal bill and feels remorse over his quarrel with John Morton.

The New Minister

Enters the Foreign Office to announce he has secured a hall for his lecture and requests police protection.

Lord Rufford's Model Farm

Visits Rufford Hall, defends his principles on property rights, and critiques the model farm as a model of ruin.

Scrobby's Trial

Testifies at the trial, criticizing the English legal system and class bias. Argues that poor men like Goarly lack legal redress against wealthy landowners.

The Senator’s Lecture.—No. I

Delivers the lecture, criticizing British political institutions and customs with audacity and energy.

The Senator's Lecture.—No. II

Delivers the lecture, defending his views and criticizing British aristocracy, primogeniture, hunting, church patronage, and military purchase.

Conclusion

Leaves England after his lecture is poorly received; continues his reform efforts in the U.S. Senate.