The Maid of Sker · Character
Sir Philip Bampfylde
A wealthy squire and magistrate whose family, lands, and name sit at the center of the county's tangled affairs, and whose interest in a certain foundling changes everything.
major
Also known as Sir Philip, Philip Bampfylde, poor Sir Philip, old Sir Philip, Squire Philip
First appearance: the maid of sker
As a major figure in The Maid of Sker, Sir Philip Bampfylde is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Sir Philip accompanies Stew and treats Davy with more respect, intervening to keep the questioning fair.
Sir Philip Bampfylde first appears in 0001 the maid of sker.
With Parson Chowne (psychological): Parson Chowne manipulates and dominates Sir Philip, exerting a sinister psychological control over him. With Miss Delushy (romantic): Miss Delushy is romantically entangled with Sir Philip, though the relationship is fraught with tension. With Bardie (rivalry): Bardie and Sir Philip are antagonists, with Bardie opposing Sir Philip's schemes and arrogance.
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Character Web
40 connectionsA slice of how Sir Philip Bampfylde sits in the book — open the reader for the full interactive map.
Relationship types
- Psychological
- Romantic
- Rivalry
- Other
Character groups
- Main characters and allies
- Protagonist
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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- Parson Chowne
psychological · negative
Parson Chowne manipulates and dominates Sir Philip, exerting a sinister psychological… How this plays out →
- Miss Delushy
romantic · ambivalent
- Bardie
rivalry · negative
- Justice Anthony Stew
professional · ambivalent
- Parson Chowne
psychological · negative
Parson Chowne manipulates and dominates Sir Philip, exerting a sinister psychological… How this plays out →
- Justice Anthony Stew
professional · ambivalent
- Miss Delushy
romantic · ambivalent
- Parson Chowne
psychological · negative
Parson Chowne manipulates and dominates Sir Philip, exerting a sinister psychological… How this plays out →
- Bardie
rivalry · negative
- Justice Anthony Stew
professional · ambivalent
- Bardie
rivalry · negative
- Miss Delushy
romantic · ambivalent
Relationship notes
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Sir Philip Bampfylde appears across 20 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- XXI: Cross-Examination
- Another Disappointment
- Sound Investments
- A Visit to a Parson
- Under Fairer Auspices
- Two Poor Children
- A Fine Old Gentleman
- Notice to Quit
- +12 more
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