# Mr. Apjohn's Success explained — Cousin Henry

> Chapter companion for Cousin Henry by Anthony Trollope.

## What happens

Mr. Apjohn and Mr. Brodrick arrive at Llanfeare to search for the missing will. After a tense confrontation with Cousin Henry, Mr. Apjohn discovers the will hidden in a volume of Jeremy Taylor's sermons. Cousin Henry attempts to resist but is physically restrained, and the will is recovered, confirming Isabel as the true heiress.

## Themes in this chapter

### Guilt and Conscience

Cousin Henry's internal torment and fear of discovery are evident as he watches Mr. Apjohn approach the hidden will.

### Justice and Injustice

The recovery of the will restores justice to Isabel, who was unjustly deprived of her inheritance.

### Inheritance and Primogeniture

The entire conflict revolves around the rightful inheritance of Llanfeare, with the will determining the true heir.

## Character check-ins

### Mr. Apjohn

Leads the search for the will, physically restrains Cousin Henry, and discovers the document hidden in a book.

### Mr. Brodrick

Accompanies Mr. Apjohn, initially skeptical but follows instructions to shake the books, revealing the will.

### Cousin Henry

Desperately tries to prevent the search, physically struggles with Mr. Apjohn, and is overcome when the will is found.

### Mrs. Griffith

Admits Mr. Apjohn and Mr. Brodrick without warning Cousin Henry, aiding their search.

## Key lines

> The subtler intellect of the other lawyer appreciating the intricacies of a weak man’s mind saw more than his companion.

Mr. Apjohn's deeper understanding of human psychology allowed him to foresee Cousin Henry's behavior.

_Highlights Mr. Apjohn's insight into Cousin Henry's character._

> Suddenly the possession of Llanfeare was endeared to him by a thousand charms. Suddenly all fear of eternal punishment passed away from his thoughts.

Cousin Henry's desire to keep Llanfeare overwhelmed his moral fears.

_Illustrates Cousin Henry's desperation and moral conflict._

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