The Clever Woman of the Family · Character
Mr. Touchett
A character who appears in the narrative, possibly a friend or relative.
minor
Also known as Poor Mr. Touchett, poor Mr. Touchett
First appearance: I: In Search of a Mission
Mr. Touchett shows up with force in I: In Search of a Mission. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The curate, whose recommendations Rachel distrusts; his church music is criticized by Rachel.
Mr. Touchett first appears in 0000 i in search of a mission.
In I: In Search of a Mission: The curate, whose recommendations Rachel distrusts; his church music is criticized by Rachel.
Later, in III: Mackarel Lane: The curate whose choir practices conflict with Rachel's teaching; his poor management causes friction.
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- Other
Character groups
- Gowanbrae Circle
- Keith Extended Family
- Temple Household
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Mr. Touchett in I: In Search of a Mission