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The waiter asked him what it would be: was it Mocha coffee he'd like, or would he prefer the Parisian, or was the real Turkish to his taste? The warden, bewildered in his choice among such delicacies, modestly requested a cup of coffee, leaving the selection to the waiter, who then retired with a low bow. Here, then, Mr. Harding settled himself with a periodical in hand on one of the inviting sofas. He could not but admire the quiet luxury of his surroundings, the subdued lighting, the plush comfort of…-
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In Chapter XVII of "The Warden," titled "Sir Abraham Haphazard," Trollope introduces us to Sir Abraham, the attorney-general, showcasing the legal and ethical complexities facing Mr. Harding. The chapter opens with Harding's meeting with Sir Abraham in his chambers, a room more akin to a scholar's study than a lawyer's office. Sir Abraham, described as a sharp, industrious, yet emotionally distant figure, commands respect in his professional realm though he is portrayed as lacking in personal warmth and…
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In Chapter XVIII of "The Warden," titled "The Warden is Very Obstinate," we see a tense family confrontation unfold late at night as Mr. Harding, the warden, returns from a meeting with the attorney-general. He faces his daughter and son-in-law, the Grantlys, who are deeply concerned about his sudden departure to London and the potential consequences of his actions concerning his position as the warden. Despite the late hour, Mr. Harding finds no warmth in the meeting; instead, he encounters a barrage of…
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In Chapter IX of "The Warden," titled "The Conference," the plot delves into a crucial meeting involving the archdeacon, his father, the bishop, and Mr. Harding, the warden, at the bishop's palace. The chapter poignantly captures the contrasting desires and pressures each character faces due to the lawsuit threatening Mr. Harding's position as the warden. The archdeacon, eager for a decisive victory against the lawsuit's proponents, seeks to reassure both his father and Mr. Harding of their eventual…
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'And your reverence,' said he, and Mr Harding prepared himself to hear at least some word of affectionate regret; 'and your reverence, shall we get the hundred a year though?' Upon which Mr Harding turned away, and, without speaking another word, left the man griping the empty glass in his bed. Bunce followed him out, and then Mr Harding gave vent to the feelings which harassed him, raved against the evils of the world, which could turn the hearts of such men to gall. 'Calm yourself, Mr Harding,'…
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Our tale has now been told. The ivy still clings to the walls of the hospital, and the archdeacon still talks of the good old cause of the church, but his voice is less assured than of yore. Bold has tacitly abandoned his crusade against ecclesiastical abuses, and Eleanor, now Mrs. Bold, finds her happiness in her husband and child, leaving the questions of wardenship and church reform to abler hands. Time has mellowed grievances and healed the wounds of strife. The scars may remain, but the pain is…
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He had no personal enmity to Mr Bold, was very willing to allow him to have been instigated by high motives, and would not himself have been ashamed, after the battle was over, to have shaken hands with his adversary. But he was fully determined that no effort on his part should be wanting to discomfit those who attacked the church, and he did not much care how uncharitable might be the motives imputed to him, seeing that he was resolved to act charitably by his own lights. His first feeling was to…
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Eleanor Harding's departure from John Bold was marked by a conflict of pride and affection. Despite distancing herself from Bold, whose actions challenged her father's position as Warden of the Barchester Hospital, Eleanor's heart was not at ease. Her father had assured her of Bold's intentions being neither unjust nor ungenerous, yet she struggled with her resolve, torn between her affection for Bold and the duty to stand by her father. This inner turmoil contrasted sharply with her outward display of…
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In Chapter VI of "The Warden," titled "The Warden's Tea Party," Mr. Harding attempts to navigate the troubling waters stirred by John Bold's challenge to the financial arrangements of Hiram's Hospital. Despite the personal turmoil, Mr. Harding resolves to maintain peace and extends an invitation to Bold for an evening of music and socializing, refusing to let the dispute affect his personal relationships. This event is also significant as it demonstrates the strong, amicable ties within the community,…
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The somber breakfast following the contentious issues faced by Mr. Harding highlights the strained atmosphere amongst the characters. Mr. Harding, the warden, decides to resign, fueled by a deep moral dilemma over the legality and morality of his income from the hospital wardenship. Despite the material comfort and status it provided, his conscience cannot reconcile the contentious entitlement, leading to his decision to step down. A character deeply reflective and conscientious, Mr. Harding's actions…
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