Dr. Grantly

Mr. Harding

Dr. Grantly is Mr. Harding's son-in-law, and their relationship is marked by mutual respect but also tension over Harding's moral scruples.

Bishop of Barchester

The Bishop and Dr. Grantly are ecclesiastical colleagues, with Grantly as his ambitious archdeacon, often pushing for action.

John Bold

Dr. Grantly views John Bold as an enemy of the church and his father-in-law, leading to open hostility.

Mary Bold

Dr. Grantly and Mary Bold are polite acquaintances, with Mary avoiding his confrontational nature.

Eleanor Harding

Dr. Grantly is Eleanor's brother-in-law, and their relationship is strained by his disapproval of her romance with John Bold.

Mrs. Grantly

Dr. and Mrs. Grantly are married, with a partnership that is loving but often dominated by his forceful personality.

Mr. Harding

Dr. Grantly is Mr. Harding's son-in-law, and their relationship is marked by mutual respect but also tension over Harding's moral scruples.

Mr. Harding

Dr. Grantly is Mr. Harding's son-in-law, and their relationship is marked by mutual respect but also tension over Harding's moral scruples.

Mary Bold

Dr. Grantly and Mary Bold are polite acquaintances, with Mary avoiding his confrontational nature.

Bishop of Barchester

The Bishop and Dr. Grantly are ecclesiastical colleagues, with Grantly as his ambitious archdeacon, often pushing for action.

John Bold

Dr. Grantly views John Bold as an enemy of the church and his father-in-law, leading to open hostility.

John Bold

Dr. Grantly views John Bold as an enemy of the church and his father-in-law, leading to open hostility.

Hiram's Hospital

The archdeacon and Mr. Harding's son-in-law, a strong-minded man who disapproves of Mr. Harding's financial generosity and manages his affairs.

The Barchester Reformer

The archdeacon, a staunch defender of church interests, who views John Bold as a dangerous demagogue.

The Bishop of Barchester

The archdeacon is repeatedly recommended by the bishop as the one to handle the matter; described as the working man of the diocese.

Dr. Grantly Visits the Hospital

Visits the hospital to confront the bedesmen, delivers a stern speech defending ecclesiastical revenues, and plans to secure Sir Abraham Haphazard as counsel.

VI: The Warden's Tea Party

Attends the party and loudly discusses dangers to the church and reforms at Oxford.

VII: The Jupiter

The archdeacon advises against writing to The Jupiter, warning that any response would be met with ridicule and further damage.

Plumstead Episcopi

The archdeacon is confronted by his wife about his role in the crisis; he defends himself but inwardly doubts, clinging to Sir Abraham's legal opinion.

The Conference

Presents Sir Abraham's opinion as favorable and urges inaction, showing his pragmatic and authoritative approach.

X: Tribulation

Mentioned in conversation between Harding and Eleanor as a stern figure, like a schoolmaster.

Mr. Bold's Visit to Plumstead

Receives Bold with arrogance and anger, refuses to accept the withdrawal, and dismisses him after citing Sir Abraham Haphazard's opinion.

The Warden's Decision

Mentioned as the archdeacon whom Mr. Harding seeks to avoid by traveling to London secretly.

Mount Olympus

Referenced as the archdeacon with whom Bold had a difficult interview.

A Long Day in London

The archdeacon is the person Mr. Harding most fears encountering; Harding writes him a note and takes elaborate precautions to avoid being intercepted by him in London.

Sir Abraham Haphazard

Referenced as one of Harding's friends who will likely oppose his resignation; Harding anticipates a confrontation with the archdeacon after his meeting with Sir Abraham.

XVIII: The Warden Is Very Obstinate

The archdeacon is furious and tries to convince Mr. Harding to abandon his resignation, using emotional and financial arguments.

The Warden Resigns

Visits the lawyers Cox and Cummins, and urges Mr. Harding to delay his resignation until after consulting the bishop.

Farewell

Secures Mr. Quiverful's consent for the hospital and attempts to persuade the bishop, but meets resistance.

Conclusion

Initially opposes the bishop's refusal to appoint a new warden and does not attend the wedding, but later becomes almost friends with John Bold.