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    • CHAPTER XXI Conclusion Cover
      by LovelyMay 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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    • CHAPTER XX Farewell Cover
      by LovelyMay '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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    • CHAPTER XIX The Warden Resigns Cover
      by LovelyMay 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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    • CHAPTER XVIII The Warden is Very Obstinate Cover
      by LovelyMay 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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    • CHAPTER XVII Sir Abraham Haphazard Cover
      by LovelyMay 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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    • CHAPTER XVI A Long Day in London Cover
      by LovelyMay 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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    • CHAPTER XV Tom Towers, Dr Anticant, and Mr Sentiment Cover
      by LovelyMay Tom Towers, a media influencer, meets with John Bold, an activist, to discuss Bold's concerns regarding a lawsuit he had initiated against Barchester Hospital's warden, Mr. Harding. Bold, influenced by Harding's dignified conduct and personal doubts about the lawsuit's morality, decides to abandon his legal campaign. The chapter explores journalistic influence and ethics through the interactions between Bold and Towers, highlighting the power of the press and its individuals, like Tom Towers, in shaping…
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    • CHAPTER XIV Mount Olympus Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XIV of "The Warden," titled "Mount Olympus," John Bold, disheartened and burdened by his recent encounters and obligations, returns to London. Despite feeling betrayed by his close involvement with the press, particularly The Jupiter, and its influence on the Barchester affair, he resolves to withdraw his legal action, a decision arising from a meeting with the archdeacon which left him conflicted yet determined to honor his promise to Eleanor. Bold visits his London attorneys to instruct them…
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    • CHAPTER XIII The Warden’s Decision Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter XIII of "The Warden," titled "The Warden's Decision," a pivotal moment unfolds for Mr. Harding and his daughter Eleanor after Eleanor returns from John Bold's house, bringing news that Bold intends to drop the lawsuit regarding the warden's income. Expecting this news to bring relief and happiness to her father, Eleanor is instead met with a sobering resolve from Mr. Harding, who has decided to travel to London to address the issue head-on, undeterred by Bold's change of heart. This chapter…
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    • CHAPTER XII Mr Bold’s Visit to Plumstead Cover
      by LovelyMay Eleanor Harding's attempt to smooth things over regarding John Bold's lawsuit against her father's position at the hospital meets internal conflict, despite feeling victorious. She doubts her interactions with Mary Bold, feeling misled. Meanwhile, John Bold, wrestling with guilt and the consequences of his actions, decides to visit Plumstead to convey his decision to withdraw the lawsuit. His arrival is met with suspicion and hostility, particularly from the archdeacon's children, reflecting the depth of…
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