# Mr. Crawley — The Last Chronicle of Barset character guide > Mr. Crawley in The Last Chronicle of Barset by Anthony Trollope. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Josiah Crawley, the Rev. Josiah Crawley, poor Mr. Crawley, Crawley **First appearance:** 0000-i-how-did-he-get-it ## Snapshot The perpetual curate of Hogglestock, a man of fierce learning and fiercer pride, accused of stealing a cheque he may or may not have taken. ## Who they are Josiah Crawley has spent ten years in the miserable parish of Hogglestock, earning one hundred and thirty pounds a year and the reputation of a madman among the farmers, though the brickmakers of Hoggle End respect him for living as poorly as they do. He is moody, morose, sometimes barely sane, and utterly incapable of accepting charity or admitting weakness—even to his wife, who has learned to treat him as both patriarch and invalid. His refusal to explain himself when accused of theft sets the entire plot in motion and makes him both victim and author of his family's crisis. ## Relationships ### [Mrs. Proudie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/mrs_proudie) _rivalry_ Mrs. Proudie relentlessly persecutes Mr. Crawley over the alleged theft of a check, embodying ecclesiastical tyranny against his stubborn pride. ### [Lily Dale](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/lily_dale) _friendship_ Lily Dale shows compassionate support for Mr. Crawley during his troubles, reflecting her kind and loyal nature. ### [Major Grantly](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/major_grantly) _romantic_ Major Grantly, in love with Grace Crawley, supports her father Mr. Crawley despite social and familial opposition. ### [Grace Crawley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/grace_crawley) _family_ Grace Crawley is the devoted daughter of Mr. Crawley, sharing his burdens and defending his honor. ### [Bishop Proudie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/bishop_proudie) _professional_ Bishop Proudie, as Mr. Crawley's ecclesiastical superior, is caught between his wife's hostility and his own weak conscience regarding Crawley's case. ### [Archdeacon Grantly](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/archdeacon_grantly) _rivalry_ Archdeacon Grantly initially opposes Mr. Crawley due to pride and prejudice, but later shows grudging respect. ### [Thomas Toogood](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/thomas_toogood) _professional_ Thomas Toogood is Mr. Crawley's lawyer, working diligently to clear his name in the theft case. ### [Lady Lufton](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/lady_lufton) _friendship_ Lady Lufton is a loyal friend and advocate for Mr. Crawley, using her influence to support him. ### [Johnny Eames](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/johnny_eames) _friendship_ Johnny Eames admires Mr. Crawley and works to help clear his name, showing loyalty and respect. ### [Mr. Robarts](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/mr_robarts) _professional_ Mr. Robarts is a fellow clergyman who offers Mr. Crawley professional support and friendship during his trial. ### [Mrs. Proudie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/mrs_proudie) _rivalry_ Mrs. Proudie relentlessly persecutes Mr. Crawley over the alleged theft of a check, embodying ecclesiastical tyranny against his stubborn pride. ### [Grace Crawley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/grace_crawley) _family_ Grace Crawley is the devoted daughter of Mr. Crawley, sharing his burdens and defending his honor. ## In the story ### [How Did He Get It?](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/i-how-did-he-get-it) The perpetual curate of Hogglestock, accused of stealing a cheque for twenty pounds. Described as moody, unhappy, disappointed, but a hardworking and conscientious pastor. ### [The Clergyman's House at Hogglestock](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/iv-the-clergyman-s-house-at-hogglestock) Sits in darkness, refusing to speak, and initially resists attending the magistrates voluntarily, preferring to be fetched. ### [Grace Crawley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/vi-grace-crawley) Grace's father, accused of taking money that does not belong to him, though Grace insists he is innocent. ### [Miss Prettyman's Private Room](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/vii-miss-prettyman-s-private-room) Grace's father, accused of theft; his situation is the central conflict in the chapter. ### [Mr. Crawley Is Taken to Silverbridge](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/viii-mr-crawley-is-taken-to-silverbridge) Refuses to hire an attorney or voluntarily appear before magistrates; eventually goes to Silverbridge; maintains his innocence and insists the cheque came from Dean Arabin. ### [Grace Crawley Goes to Allington](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/ix-grace-crawley-goes-to-allington) Mr. Crawley has been committed for trial; his pride and poverty weigh heavily on the family. ### [Dinner at Framley Court](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/x-dinner-at-framley-court) The subject of the dinner conversation; the party believes him innocent and plans to provide him with legal assistance despite his expected obstinacy. ### [The Bishop Sends His Inhibition](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xi-the-bishop-sends-his-inhibition) The subject of the bishop's inhibition; he has been committed by the magistrates but is not yet convicted. ### [Mr. Crawley Seeks for Sympathy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xii-mr-crawley-seeks-for-sympathy) Desperate and isolated, he seeks sympathy from his parishioners after being accused of theft. ### [The Bishop's Angel](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xiii-the-bishop-s-angel) Defiantly refuses the bishop's command to surrender his pulpit, asserting his legal rights and duty to his parish. ### [Major Grantly Consults a Friend](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xiv-major-grantly-consults-a-friend) His guilt is widely assumed; he defies the bishop's attempt to stop him from preaching, gaining sympathy but also condemnation. ### [Mr. Crawley Is Summoned to Barchester](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xvii-mr-crawley-is-summoned-to-barchester) Receives the bishop's summons, resolves to walk to Barchester, and prepares for a confrontation with the bishop. ### [The Bishop of Barchester Is Crushed](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xviii-the-bishop-of-barchester-is-crushed) Defiantly confronts the bishop and Mrs. Proudie, refusing to submit to their authority and asserting his innocence. ### [Where Did It Come from?](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xix-where-did-it-come-from) Describes his confrontation with the bishop and Mrs. Proudie, admits to moments of insanity, and struggles with the origin of the cheque. ### [What Mr. Walker Thought About It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xx-what-mr-walker-thought-about-it) The accused clergyman, whose case is the central topic; he is described as difficult to advise and has recently walked to Barchester to confront the bishop. ### [Mr. Robarts on His Embassy](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxi-mr-robarts-on-his-embassy) Defends his refusal to hire a lawyer on grounds of conscience, displaying both humility and fierce pride. ### [Mr. Toogood](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxii-mr-toogood) Decides to seek legal aid from Mr. Toogood in London, but insists he cannot pay for it, showing his pride and poverty. ### [Mrs. Proudie Sends for Her Lawyer](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxiv-mrs-proudie-sends-for-her-lawyer) The defiant perpetual curate who has angered the bishop and Mrs. Proudie by refusing to cease his ministrations; they seek to silence him through ecclesiastical proceedings. ### [Grace Crawley Returns Home](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxvi-grace-crawley-returns-home) Reported as seriously ill after traveling to London to see a lawyer about his trial. ### [Mr. Toogood's Ideas About Society](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xl-mr-toogood-s-ideas-about-society) The subject of the dinner conversation; Toogood believes he did not intend to steal, but the case remains unresolved. ### [Grace Crawley at Home](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xli-grace-crawley-at-home) Shows signs of mental and physical exhaustion after returning from London; insists on visiting the brickfields despite fatigue, suffers a breakdown, and becomes delirious. ### [Mr. Toogood Travels Professionally](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlii-mr-toogood-travels-professionally) The subject of Toogood's investigation; his guilt is debated by Toogood, Dr. Tempest, and Mr. Walker; Toogood fears his unpredictable manner. ### [Lily Dale Goes to London](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlv-lily-dale-goes-to-london) Mr. Crawley is the subject of John Eames's journey; John is going to Italy to find Dean Arabin and gather evidence to clear him of the theft accusation. ### [Dr. Tempest at the Palace](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlvii-dr-tempest-at-the-palace) Subject of the ecclesiastical commission; widely believed guilty but excused due to poverty, madness, and charitable acts. ### [The Softness of Sir Raffle Buffle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlviii-the-softness-of-sir-raffle-buffle) His legal troubles are the reason for Johnny's journey; mentioned in Johnny's explanation to Sir Raffle. ### [A Double Pledge](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lvii-a-double-pledge) Grace's father, accused of theft; his disgrace is a key reason for the archdeacon's opposition. ### [It's Dogged as Does It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxi-it-s-dogged-as-does-it) Receives Dr. Tempest's letter and struggles with his conscience, ultimately insisting on his duty over family concerns. ### [Mr. Crawley's Letter to the Dean](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxii-mr-crawley-s-letter-to-the-dean) Determined to resign his living, writes a letter to the dean, and struggles with the advice of Dr. Tempest and his own conscience. ### [Two Visitors to Hogglestock](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxiii-two-visitors-to-hogglestock) Receives both Mr. Thumble and Major Grantly; defends his position against the bishop's interference and shows his troubled dignity. ### [Requiescat in Pace](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxvi-requiescat-in-pace) His letter to the bishop is the catalyst for the conflict; Mrs. Proudie hates him for the sorrow he has brought upon her house. ### [In Memoriam](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxvii-in-memoriam) Learns of Mrs. Proudie's death from his wife; offers a measured judgment, saying she was earnest in her endeavours to do good. ### [The Obstinacy of Mr. Crawley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxviii-the-obstinacy-of-mr-crawley) Shows obstinacy in his decision to resign, arguing that duty to his parish outweighs personal and family considerations. ### [Mr. Crawley's Last Appearance in His Own Pulpit](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxix-mr-crawley-s-last-appearance-in-his-own-pulpit) Delivers his final address to his parishioners from the pulpit, explaining his resignation and his inability to account for the cheque, then leaves the church as pastor. ### [LXX: Mrs. Arabin Is Caught](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxx-mrs-arabin-is-caught) The cheque that caused his troubles is revealed to have been a gift from Mrs. Arabin; his innocence is established. ### [Mr. Toogood at Silverbridge](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxi-mr-toogood-at-silverbridge) The innocent party; the chapter reveals the source of the cheque that exonerates him. ### [Mr. Toogood at The Dragon of Wantly](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxii-mr-toogood-at-the-dragon-of-wantly) The accused clergyman; Toogood works to prove his innocence regarding the stolen cheque. ### [There Is Comfort at Plumstead](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxiii-there-is-comfort-at-plumstead) Proved innocent of the theft; the cheque came from Mrs. Arabin. ### [LXXIV: The Crawleys Are Informed](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxiv-the-crawleys-are-informed) Receives the news of the cheque's origin with solemn gratitude; grants Major Grantly permission to address Grace. ### [I Think He Is Light of Heart](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxvi-i-think-he-is-light-of-heart) The cheque affair is nearly resolved; Mrs. Arabin's deposition may lead to the grand jury not finding a true bill against him. ### [The Arabins Return to Barchester](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxviii-the-arabins-return-to-barchester) Still suffering from the aftermath of the theft accusation; has resigned Hogglestock living; meets Dean Arabin and is described as hot and wiping sweat from his forehead after walking from Hoggle End. ### [Mr. Crawley Speaks of His Coat](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxix-mr-crawley-speaks-of-his-coat) Refuses the dean's invitation to the deanery, citing his threadbare coat and his wife's gown as reasons why they cannot mix socially. ### [The Last Scene at Hogglestock](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxxii-the-last-scene-at-hogglestock) Returns from Hoggle End, reads the archdeacon's letter, and hesitates to accept the living. ### [Mr. Crawley Is Conquered](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxxiii-mr-crawley-is-conquered) Accepts St. Ewolds after a letter expressing his doubts and scruples; visits Plumstead and feels out of place among the gentry. ### [LXXXIV: Conclusion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxxiv-conclusion) Officiates at his daughter's wedding; becomes quiet and contented at St. Ewolds. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters/mr_crawley - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/characters