# Mr. Cathcart — The Necromancers character guide

> Mr. Cathcart in The Necromancers by Robert Hugh Benson.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Cathcart, old Cathcart, a Mr. Cathcart, Mr. Cathcart, Mr. Cathcart, Mr.  Cathcart

**First appearance:** 0008-iii

## Who they are

A fierce old convert who storms out of Lady Laura's circle, warning that the medium Vincent is ruining a boy body and soul.

## In the story

### [The Necromancers](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/the-necromancers)

Warns Maggie of the danger Laurie is in from his involvement with the occult.

### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/ix)

Warns Maggie of the danger posed by the spiritualist practices, reinforcing the theme of the occult's peril.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/ii)

Mentioned as a former spiritualist who gave it up and now warns against it.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/iii)

Maggie writes to him for advice about Laurie's experiences.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/i)

An old man with a grey beard and spectacles, occupying Laurie's seat. He is a Catholic who gave up Spiritualism, warning Laurie of its dangers. He is introduced by Mr. Morton and engages in a conversation about Spiritualism.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/ii)

A shrewd solicitor who nonetheless takes spiritualism seriously and is concerned about Laurie Baxter's involvement.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/iii)

His letter, delivered by hand, is the subject of Laurie's contemplation. Laurie regards him as a fanatic and considers how to answer his importunity.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/ii)

Former Spiritualist who warns Lady Laura about the dangers of Laurie Baxter's participation, citing nervous excitement and potential insanity.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/iii)

Confronts Lady Laura and Vincent, warning that Baxter is being ruined and hinting at past dangers in Spiritualism.

### [XIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/xiii)

Warns Maggie of the danger surrounding Laurie's obsession with Amy.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/i)

Writes to Maggie with cautious reassurance, then arrives in person to deliver the alarming news of Laurie's condition and warns of potential madness.

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/ii)

His warnings and mysterious hints occupy Maggie's thoughts.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/iii)

Questions Morton closely about Laurie's behavior, reveals he has warned Maggie of insanity, and is heading to confront Lady Laura.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/i)

Mentioned as having warned Maggie of danger and advised her to observe Laurie without showing alarm.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/iii)

Provides guidance and warnings to Maggie, offering support and staying at the inn.

### [V](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/v)

Watches from the inn window, aware of the spiritual conflict in the Baxter house, and prays with beads.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/iii)

Mentioned as being at the inn across the road, unaware of the ongoing struggle.

### [Epilogue](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_necromancers_se/chapters/epilogue)

His theory about the devil and the impersonation of Amy is discussed by Maggie, though she remains skeptical.

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