# Mr. Hughes — The Way of All Flesh character guide

> Mr. Hughes in The Way of All Flesh by Samuel Butler.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0010-viii

## Who they are

A minor character, possibly a tradesman or neighbor.

## In the story

### [LXV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_way_of_all_flesh_se/chapters/lxv)

The prison chaplain who kindly listens to Ernest's practical concerns but brushes aside his theological objections, refusing to engage in debate.

### [LXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_way_of_all_flesh_se/chapters/lxvi)

The prison chaplain who gently breaks the news of Ernest's lost money.

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