The Vicar of Wakefield · Character

Miss Arabella Wilmot

The beautiful, wealthy young woman once promised to Mr. Thornhill, whose heart still belongs to George Primrose and whose arrival at the prison changes everything.

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Also known as Miss Wilmot, Arabella Wilmot

First appearance: i

As a supporting figure in The Vicar of Wakefield, Miss Arabella Wilmot is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

The daughter of a neighboring clergyman, described as completely pretty and the object of George's affections.

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Arabella Wilmot is the vicar's former pupil and the heiress whose marriage to Mr. Thornhill is arranged by her father, Sir William, largely for the match's advantage. She is generous, affectionate, and loyal to the Primrose family, and her accidental discovery of their ruin in prison leads her to confront Thornhill's villainy directly. Her constancy to George, despite believing him lost to America, makes her the emotional counterweight to the novel's darker schemers.

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Primrose family and associates

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Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Chapter II
The daughter of a neighboring clergyman, described as completely pretty and the object of George's affections.
Chapter XIX
She joyfully reunites with Dr. Primrose, inquires about George, and shows mixed emotions upon seeing George perform.
Chapter XXI
Miss Wilmot is courted by Mr. Thornhill but shows kindness to George.
Chapter XXIII
Reported to be marrying Mr. Thornhill; praised for her beauty and celebrated in the countryside.
XXXI
Arrives unexpectedly at the prison and learns of Mr. Thornhill's deceit; reunited with George.
The Conclusion
Marries George Primrose; insists that Lady Thornhill should be married first out of politeness.

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