Parson Chowne

Sir Philip Bampfylde

Parson Chowne manipulates and dominates Sir Philip, exerting a sinister psychological control over him.

Miss Delushy

Miss Delushy is both fascinated and victimized by Parson Chowne's manipulative influence over her.

Sir Philip Bampfylde

Parson Chowne manipulates and dominates Sir Philip, exerting a sinister psychological control over him.

Sir Philip Bampfylde

Parson Chowne manipulates and dominates Sir Philip, exerting a sinister psychological control over him.

Miss Delushy

Miss Delushy is both fascinated and victimized by Parson Chowne's manipulative influence over her.

Miss Delushy

Miss Delushy is both fascinated and victimized by Parson Chowne's manipulative influence over her.

A Fine Spectacle

One of the two parsons; described with a dark, commanding presence.

XXVIII: Something About Him

Central figure of the chapter; a domineering and feared parson who controls his parish through intimidation and violence.

A Visit to a Parson

The feared and mysterious parson; lives in a remote area, is rumored to have a compact with the devil, and tasks Davy with watching Narnton Court.

XXX: On Duty

Parson Chowne frequently visits the ketch on his black mare, exerting control over Captain Bethel Jose and the crew, and is suspected by Davy of having dark reasons for lingering.

XXXII: Among the Savages

Confronts Davy near his house, interrogates him about recent events, and advises him to prioritize business over chivalry; later appears in Davy's nightmare.

XXXIII: In a State of Nature

Suspicious and angry; confronts Davy about a trust-guinea; has a history of bitterness, three marriages, and a childhood love for a cousin killed at school.

Waiting and Learning

Pays Davy three half-crowns a week and provides a hayloft; warns Davy to keep quiet.

The Polite Ferryman

Initially angry about the ferry but allows it; later confronts Davy and is struck unconscious.

Under Fairer Auspices

Mentioned as the wicked man who has set spies on Miss Carey; a story is told about his notorious behavior and a bishop's visit.

A Fine Old Gentleman

Parson Chowne is referenced as the father of Stoyle and as a source of Davy's fear and suspicion.

Notice to Quit

Overheard with Sir Philip, defending Sir Philip's son against dishonor and displaying his characteristic sarcasm.

Forcible Ejectment

Victim of the fire; offers a reward for Davy's capture.

XLI: The Right Man in the Right Place

Continues his schemes against Captain Bampfylde and Miss Carey; Davy speculates on his motives.

Mischief in a Household

The primary antagonist, who terrorizes the Bampfylde household, intimidates Isabel Carey, and spreads discord between Sir Philip and his son.

One Who Has Interred Himself

Davy speculates that Chowne is behind the burial of the dolls and hat, recalling his past rudeness and suspecting him of drowning two children.

Beating Up for the Navy

The owner of the naked savages that Davy impresses; Davy feels a delicacy about trespassing on his freehold.

LV: Upon Foreign Service

Mentioned as someone who would blacken the Captain's character if the marriage were known.

Exiles of Society

Appears at the public-house to collect rent; threatens the landlady with warrants for using counterfeit coins.

Polly at Home

Davy is cautious not to arouse him until the proper time.

LXIV: Susan Quite Acquits Herself

Active in the search; gave a significant shake of the head when the Captain could not be found.

Dog Eats Dog

The target of the confrontation; accused of spreading lies about the Bampfylde family and causing distress.

The Old Pitcher at the Well Again

Dies of rabies after setting his hound on his own grandfather; revealed to be a gypsy impostor.