# Baron of Bradwardine — Waverley character guide > Baron of Bradwardine in Waverley by Walter Scott. **Role:** supporting **Also known as:** Cosmo Comyne Bradwardine, Mr. Bradwardine, the Baron, Bradwardine **First appearance:** 0015-part-i-x-rose-bradwardine-and-her-father ## Snapshot A pedantic, honourable Jacobite laird who quotes Latin at every turn, he treats Waverley as a son and his own estate as a sacred trust. ## Who they are Cosmo Comyne Bradwardine of Tully-Veolan is an old-fashioned laird, half scholar and half soldier, whose learning is diffuse and whose loyalty to the exiled Stuarts is absolute. He is absurd in his antiquarian fussiness and touching in his honour, and his stubborn whim of settling his estate on a distant heir-male rather than his own daughter shapes Rose's prospects. He embodies the older Scotland the novel both mocks and mourns, and his household is the first place Waverley learns that hospitality and politics can be the same thing. ## Relationships ### [Edward Waverley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/edward_waverley) _friendship_ The eccentric but honorable Baron treats Edward with paternal affection and loyalty, becoming a steadfast ally. ### [Fergus MacIvor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/fergus_macivor) _rivalry_ The Baron and Fergus are rival Jacobite chieftains who clash over precedence, honor, and influence within the rebellion. ### [Bailie Macwheeble](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/bailie_macwheeble) _professional_ Bailie Macwheeble is the Baron's fawning and long-suffering legal agent, constantly trying to manage his master's eccentric finances. ### [Rose Bradwardine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/rose_bradwardine) _family_ The Baron is Rose's loving but pompous father, deeply proud of his lineage and devoted to his daughter's happiness. ### [Sir Everard Waverley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/sir_everard_waverley) _social_ The Baron and Sir Everard are old acquaintances and fellow Jacobite sympathizers who share a mutual respect for aristocratic tradition. ### [Edward Waverley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/edward_waverley) _friendship_ The eccentric but honorable Baron treats Edward with paternal affection and loyalty, becoming a steadfast ally. ### [Sir Everard Waverley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/sir_everard_waverley) _social_ The Baron and Sir Everard are old acquaintances and fellow Jacobite sympathizers who share a mutual respect for aristocratic tradition. ### [Edward Waverley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/edward_waverley) _friendship_ The eccentric but honorable Baron treats Edward with paternal affection and loyalty, becoming a steadfast ally. ### [Sir Everard Waverley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/sir_everard_waverley) _social_ The Baron and Sir Everard are old acquaintances and fellow Jacobite sympathizers who share a mutual respect for aristocratic tradition. ### [Rose Bradwardine](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/rose_bradwardine) _family_ The Baron is Rose's loving but pompous father, deeply proud of his lineage and devoted to his daughter's happiness. ### [Fergus MacIvor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/fergus_macivor) _rivalry_ The Baron and Fergus are rival Jacobite chieftains who clash over precedence, honor, and influence within the rebellion. ### [Bailie Macwheeble](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/bailie_macwheeble) _professional_ Bailie Macwheeble is the Baron's fawning and long-suffering legal agent, constantly trying to manage his master's eccentric finances. ## In the story ### [Editor's Introduction to Waverley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/editor-s-introduction-to-waverley) Described as beloved, bearing his lot with good-humoured composure. ### [Preface to the Third Edition](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/preface-to-the-third-edition) Referenced for his account of petty trespasses by Highlanders, used jocularly to illustrate minor depredations. ### [VI: The Adieus of Waverley](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-vi-the-adieus-of-waverley) The Baron is introduced through his history as a Jacobite prisoner in 1715, his rescue by Sir Everard, and his ongoing friendship with the Waverley family. ### [VII: A Horse-Quarter in Scotland](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-vii-a-horse-quarter-in-scotland) Mentioned as the ancient friend and correspondent of Waverley's uncle, whom Edward resolves to visit in the Highlands. ### [IX: More of the Manor-House and Its Environs](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-ix-more-of-the-manor-house-and-its-environs) The master of the house, currently with workers at the dark hag. ### [Rose Bradwardine and Her Father](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-x-rose-bradwardine-and-her-father) Welcomes Edward with emotion and ceremony; displays his feudal authority, legal learning, and Jacobite pride; introduces his daughter and the dinner guests. ### [The Banquet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xi-the-banquet) Hosts the banquet, presents the Blessed Bear of Bradwardine, and defends Edward's honor in a quarrel with Balmawhapple. ### [Repentance and a Reconciliation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xii-repentance-and-a-reconciliation) Mediates the apology between Waverley and Balmawhapple; delivers a long oration on honour and drunkenness; invites Waverley to stay and go hunting. ### [A More Rational Day Than the Last](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xiii-a-more-rational-day-than-the-last) Leads the hunt, shares historical anecdotes, and escorts Edward to Rose's apartment; displays pedantic but honorable character. ### [XIV: A Discovery—Waverley Becomes Domesticated at Tully-Veolan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xiv-a-discovery-waverley-becomes-domesticated-at-tully-veolan) Justifies his duel with Balmawhapple; proudly defends heraldic traditions and the male entail of his estate; remains oblivious to the potential romantic consequences of Edward's intimacy with Rose. ### [XV: A Creagh, and Its Consequences](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xv-a-creagh-and-its-consequences) Enraged by the theft and the affront to his honor, he rejects compromise and contemplates raising a force to pursue the Caterans. ### [An Unexpected Ally Appears](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xvi-an-unexpected-ally-appears) Returns in good humor, shares anecdotes about Highland chiefs, and formally receives Evan Dhu's embassy to reconcile with Fergus MacIvor. ### [XVII: The Hold of a Highland Robber](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xvii-the-hold-of-a-highland-robber) Mentioned by Donald Bean Lean as a person worthy of trust, implying Waverley should confide in him. ### [The Chief and His Mansion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xix-the-chief-and-his-mansion) Referenced as a neighbor who suffered losses from Donald Bean Lean's foray, which Fergus used to reconcile their quarrel. ### [XX: A Highland Feast](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xx-a-highland-feast) Referenced as a neighbor and ally; a toast is proposed in his honor. ### [XXI: The Chieftain’s Sister](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xxi-the-chieftain-s-sister) An old friend of the MacIvors, who sings French duets with Flora and was involved in a quarrel with Fergus. ### [Waverley Continued at Glennaquoich](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xxiii-waverley-continued-at-glennaquoich) Extolled by Fergus and described by Flora as a model of the old Scottish cavalier. ### [News from England](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xxv-news-from-england) Mentioned in Aunt Rachel's letter; she asks about his snuff-taking and dancing. ### [A Letter from Tully-Veolan](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-i-xxviii-a-letter-from-tully-veolan) Has fled north with other gentlemen after warrants were issued for his arrest. ### [An Examination](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-ii-an-examination) Mentioned as a host to Waverley and as being in arms for the Jacobite cause. ### [XII: The Mystery Begins to Be Cleared Up](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xii-the-mystery-begins-to-be-cleared-up) Arrives in military uniform, discusses Waverley's commission loss with legal and classical references, and invites him to see Rose. ### [A Soldier's Dinner](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xiii-a-soldier-s-dinner) Concerned about campaign expenses; tearfully thinks of his daughter Rose's future should he fall. ### [The Ball](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xiv-the-ball) Accompanies Edward to Holyrood and jokes about his new Highland dress. ### [XV: The March](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xv-the-march) Mentioned as having advised the reduction of several officers to reformadoes. ### [An Incident Gives Rise to Unavailing Reflections](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xvi-an-incident-gives-rise-to-unavailing-reflections) Mentioned as having sent in prisoners after a skirmish. ### [XVII: The Eve of Battle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xvii-the-eve-of-battle) Conducts Episcopal evening service for his troop, expresses confidence in the coming battle, and hints at a private concern. ### [The Conflict](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xviii-the-conflict) Quotes Latin upon hearing the patrol's shot, observing the alarm being raised. ### [XIX: An Unexpected Embarrassment](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xix-an-unexpected-embarassment) Anxiously consults Fergus and Edward about the feudal service of removing the Prince's boots, displaying his pedantic legal knowledge and deep concern for the honour of his house. ### [XX: The English Prisoner](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xx-the-english-prisoner) Drags Bailie Macwheeble to the battlefield to discuss a protest, ignoring the Bailie's fear of guns. ### [Rather Unimportant](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxi-rather-unimportant) Performs the act of homage to the Prince; his ceremony is described in the gazette. ### [Intrigues of Society and Love](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxiii-intrigues-of-society-and-love) Criticized by Talbot as a pedant; his whim of transferring the estate to a male heir is noted as an obstacle to Fergus's interest in Rose. ### [Fergus a Suitor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxiv-fergus-a-suitor) Discussed as being pressured by the Prince to disinherit his male heir in favor of Rose; Fergus plans to marry her. ### [XXVIII: The March](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxviii-the-march) Welcomes Edward into his cavalry regiment, attempts to reconcile Edward and Fergus, and comments on the poor quality of new recruits. ### [The Confusion of King Agramant’s Camp](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxix-the-confusion-of-king-agramant-s-camp) Commands his regiment; his presence prevents discussion of his daughter's name; later assists Monsieur de Beaujeu. ### [Desolation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxxiv-desolation) Fought at the Battle of Inverness; his fate is unknown, but he is said to be in trouble with the government. ### [XXXV: Comparing of Notes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxxv-comparing-of-notes) Relates his story of loss after Culloden, the seizure of his estate by his heir-male, and his current life in hiding. ### [XXXVI: More Explanation](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxxvi-more-explanation) Leads Waverley through the glen, explains his hiding place in a cave, and stoically endures his misfortunes. ### [Chapter XXXVII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxxvii) Receives a protection from the Prince through Colonel Talbot's efforts, allowing him to stay at Duchran. ### [XXXVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xxxviii) Receives news of his pardon, is reunited with Rose, and approves Waverley's proposal. ### [Chapter XL](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xl) Mentioned by Fergus as a friend who will help protect the MacIvors. ### [Dulce Domum](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xli-dulce-domum) Reflects on the reduced wedding company compared to his own; his chaplain officiates the marriage. ### [XLII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/part-ii-xlii) Overjoyed at the restitution of his family estate and touched by the generosity of Edward and Colonel Talbot. ### [Endnotes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/chapters/endnotes) Referenced in the note on 'letters of slains,' explaining that Ballenkeiroch accepted assythment and thus has no blood-feud with the Baron. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters/baron_of_bradwardine - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/waverley_se/characters