# The Last Chronicle of Barset — Chapters explained

> Chapter companions for The Last Chronicle of Barset by Anthony Trollope.

- [How Did He Get It?](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/i-how-did-he-get-it.md): The chapter introduces the Reverend Josiah Crawley, a poor, moody, and hardworking perpetual curate of Hogglestock, who is accused of stealing a cheque for twenty pounds. It details his difficult life, his devoted wife, 
- [By Heavens He Had Better Not!](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/ii-by-heavens-he-had-better-not.md): The chapter introduces Major Grantly's romantic interest in Grace Crawley, which causes consternation among the Grantly family. Archdeacon Grantly vehemently opposes the match, threatening to disinherit his son, while Mr
- [III: The Archdeacon's Threat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/iii-the-archdeacon-s-threat.md): The archdeacon confronts his son Major Grantly about his rumored attachment to Grace Crawley, threatening to stop his income if he marries her. The major defiantly asserts his independence, leading to a tense family dinn
- [The Clergyman's House at Hogglestock](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/iv-the-clergyman-s-house-at-hogglestock.md): Mrs. Crawley returns from Silverbridge with the grievous news that her husband must appear before the magistrates to answer the charge of theft. She struggles to persuade him to attend voluntarily rather than be fetched 
- [What the World Thought About It](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/v-what-the-world-thought-about-it.md): The chapter explores the widespread public reaction to Mr. Crawley's alleged theft, focusing on the divided opinions among the Barsetshire gentry and clergy. Archdeacon Grantly fears the scandal will ruin his family's re
- [Grace Crawley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/vi-grace-crawley.md): Grace Crawley, living with the Miss Prettymans in Silverbridge, writes to her friend Lily Dale about the accusation against her father, Mr. Crawley, for taking money that does not belong to him. The Miss Prettymans show 
- [Miss Prettyman's Private Room](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/vii-miss-prettyman-s-private-room.md): Major Grantly, torn between his love for Grace Crawley and the disgrace of her father's alleged theft, visits Miss Prettyman to seek counsel. Miss Prettyman advises him not to propose to Grace during her family's crisis,
- [Mr. Crawley Is Taken to Silverbridge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/viii-mr-crawley-is-taken-to-silverbridge.md): Mrs. Crawley struggles to persuade her husband to appear before the magistrates and to hire an attorney, but Mr. Crawley refuses both, insisting on his innocence and rejecting legal help. He eventually agrees to go to Si
- [Grace Crawley Goes to Allington](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/ix-grace-crawley-goes-to-allington.md): Grace Crawley learns from Miss Prettyman that her father has been committed for trial at the assizes. Despite her distress, she decides to visit the Dale family at Allington. Mrs. Crawley, reflecting on Grace's possible 
- [Dinner at Framley Court](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/x-dinner-at-framley-court.md): At a dinner at Framley Court, the party discusses Mr. Crawley's committal for theft, with Lord Lufton, Archdeacon Grantly, and others expressing belief in his innocence and plotting how to secure a proper legal defense f
- [The Bishop Sends His Inhibition](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xi-the-bishop-sends-his-inhibition.md): Mrs. Proudie learns of Mr. Crawley's committal by the magistrates and pressures Bishop Proudie to inhibit him from performing his clerical duties at Hogglestock. Despite the bishop's qualms about the legality and proprie
- [Mr. Crawley Seeks for Sympathy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xii-mr-crawley-seeks-for-sympathy.md): In the early morning after his committal, Mr. Crawley attempts to leave home despite his wife's pleas, fearing public shame. He visits a brickmaker, Dan Morris, seeking sympathy but finds only complaints about the cost o
- [The Bishop's Angel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xiii-the-bishop-s-angel.md): Mr. Thumble arrives at the Crawley home bearing a letter from the bishop demanding that Mr. Crawley allow him to take over the Sunday services. Mr. Crawley firmly refuses, asserting his legal and moral right to his pulpi
- [Major Grantly Consults a Friend](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xiv-major-grantly-consults-a-friend.md): Major Grantly, troubled by the public belief that Mr. Crawley is guilty of theft and the impact on Grace, seeks counsel from Mrs. Thorne. After hearing the news that Grace has gone to Allington, he confides his love for 
- [Up in London](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xv-up-in-london.md): The chapter follows John Eames in London, a young man who has risen in status due to an inheritance and his position as private secretary to Sir Raffle Buffle. He receives a letter from Lady Julia De Guest revealing that
- [Down at Allington](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xvi-down-at-allington.md): Grace Crawley stays with Lily Dale at Allington. She is persuaded to attend a Christmas dinner at the Great House with the old squire, Mr. Dale, despite her reluctance due to her father's troubles. At the dinner, she mee
- [Mr. Crawley Is Summoned to Barchester](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xvii-mr-crawley-is-summoned-to-barchester.md): Mr. Crawley receives a summons from the bishop to appear at the palace in Barchester. Despite his poverty and physical weakness, he resolves to walk the fifteen miles. His wife arranges a lift partway from a farmer, whic
- [The Bishop of Barchester Is Crushed](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xviii-the-bishop-of-barchester-is-crushed.md): Mr. Crawley visits the bishop's palace, where he confronts both the bishop and Mrs. Proudie regarding the theft accusation. He refuses to submit to the bishop's authority, asserting his innocence and challenging the bish
- [Where Did It Come from?](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xix-where-did-it-come-from.md): On Christmas morning, Mr. Crawley and his wife discuss his confrontation with the bishop and Mrs. Proudie, who called him a thief. Mr. Crawley admits to moments of madness and struggles with the origin of the cheque. Mrs
- [What Mr. Walker Thought About It](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xx-what-mr-walker-thought-about-it.md): Mr. Robarts seeks advice from Mr. Walker, the Silverbridge attorney, about how to help Mr. Crawley, who has been accused of theft and committed for trial. They discuss the need for a lawyer and the possibility of involvi
- [Mr. Robarts on His Embassy](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxi-mr-robarts-on-his-embassy.md): Mr. Robarts visits Mr. Crawley to advise him to hire a lawyer for his upcoming trial, but Mr. Crawley vehemently refuses, arguing that doing so would be a matter of conscience and that he will not bribe anyone to obstruc
- [Major Grantly at Home](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxii-major-grantly-at-home.md): Major Grantly visits Plumstead with his daughter Edith, where his family discusses the Crawley affair and the archdeacon subtly pressures him to abandon his intention to marry Grace Crawley by hinting at an equal inherit
- [Miss Lily Dale's Resolution](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxiii-miss-lily-dale-s-resolution.md): Lily Dale receives a letter from Adolphus Crosbie, who expresses his enduring love and proposes reconciliation after his wife's death. Mrs. Dale is conflicted, fearing the marriage would degrade Lily, but Lily ultimately
- [Mrs. Dobbs Broughton's Dinner-Party](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxiv-mrs-dobbs-broughton-s-dinner-party.md): John Eames, now risen in society as a private secretary and friend of the fashionable painter Conway Dalrymple, dines at the Bayswater mansion of Mr. and Mrs. Dobbs Broughton. At the dinner, Dalrymple is seated next to M
- [Miss Madalina Demolines](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxv-miss-madalina-demolines.md): John Eames visits Conway Dalrymple's studio, where they discuss Eames's persistent but seemingly hopeless love for Lily Dale. Later, Eames calls on Miss Madalina Demolines, who warns him about a planned painting by Dalry
- [The Picture](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxvi-the-picture.md): Conway Dalrymple visits Mrs. Dobbs Broughton to discuss his plan to paint a picture of Jael and Sisera with Clara Van Siever as the model. Clara arrives and objects to the idea, citing her mother's disapproval. Later, Mr
- [A Hero at Home](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxvii-a-hero-at-home.md): John Eames and Major Grantly travel together to Guestwick, each on a romantic mission: Eames to propose to Lily Dale, and Grantly to propose to Grace Crawley. Eames is hailed as a hero by his mother and sister, while Gra
- [Showing How Major Grantly Took a Walk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxviii-showing-how-major-grantly-took-a-walk.md): Major Grantly arrives unexpectedly in Allington and encounters Grace Crawley and Lily Dale while they are walking with the squire. After a brief meeting, he returns to the Small House to speak with Mrs. Dale, revealing h
- [Miss Lily Dale's Logic](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxix-miss-lily-dale-s-logic.md): John Eames visits Lady Julia's cottage, where Lily Dale and Grace Crawley are present. After John mentions Major Grantly's arrival at Allington, Grace becomes uncomfortable, and Lily decides to leave early. On their walk
- [Showing What Major Grantly Did After His Walk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxx-showing-what-major-grantly-did-after-his-walk.md): Major Grantly proposes to Grace Crawley at the Small House, but she refuses him out of a sense of family disgrace and poverty, though he insists they are engaged.
- [XXXI: Showing How Major Grantly Returned to Guestwick](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxi-showing-how-major-grantly-returned-to-guestwick.md): After Major Grantly's passionate proposal, Grace Crawley is left in turmoil, torn between her love for him and her determination not to marry him due to her father's disgrace. Lily Dale and Mrs. Dale offer quiet support.
- [Mr. Toogood](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxii-mr-toogood.md): Mr. Crawley resolves to seek legal advice from his wife's cousin, Mr. Toogood, a London attorney, despite his earlier refusal of such help. He travels to London and meets with Toogood, but insists he cannot pay for legal
- [The Plumstead Foxes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxiii-the-plumstead-foxes.md): The archdeacon receives a letter from his son Major Grantly, who declares his intention to marry Grace Crawley despite her refusal. The archdeacon is furious and threatens to disinherit him. Mrs. Grantly tries to calm hi
- [Mrs. Proudie Sends for Her Lawyer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxiv-mrs-proudie-sends-for-her-lawyer.md): Mrs. Proudie, furious after Mr. Crawley's defiance, pressures the bishop to take legal action against him. She summons the ecclesiastical lawyer Mr. Chadwick, who advises that a commission of inquiry must be issued to th
- [Lily Dale Writes Two Words in Her Book](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxv-lily-dale-writes-two-words-in-her-book.md): John Eames visits Allington and walks with Lily Dale, hoping to win her love. Lily gently rebuffs him, offering only friendship and sisterly affection. Later, John confides in Lady Julia, resolving to persist despite rej
- [Grace Crawley Returns Home](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxvi-grace-crawley-returns-home.md): Grace receives two letters: a passionate love letter from Major Grantly, who declares his love and insists he will not give her up despite her father's disgrace, and a second letter from her mother informing her that Mr.
- [Hook Court](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxvii-hook-court.md): The chapter describes the shabby City office of Dobbs Broughton and Augustus Musselboro in Hook Court, a dark alley off Lombard Street. Their business affairs are strained, particularly with Mrs. Van Siever, a creditor a
- [Jael](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxviii-jael.md): Mrs. Dobbs Broughton and Conway Dalrymple discuss his potential marriage to Clara Van Siever, while the three conspirators begin planning a painting of Jael in Mrs. Broughton's house, keeping it secret from Mr. Dobbs Bro
- [A New Flirtation](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xxxix-a-new-flirtation.md): John Eames returns to London and engages in a flirtatious correspondence with Miss Demolines, visiting her at Porchester Terrace. She reveals that Conway Dalrymple is painting Clara Van Siever as Jael, which she deems im
- [Mr. Toogood's Ideas About Society](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xl-mr-toogood-s-ideas-about-society.md): John Eames dines with his uncle, Mr. Thomas Toogood, in Tavistock Square, where the family discusses Polly Toogood's engagement to William Summerkin and the impending marriage. Mr. Toogood has invited Mr. Walker, a lawye
- [Grace Crawley at Home](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xli-grace-crawley-at-home.md): Mr. Crawley, exhausted from his London trip, insists on fulfilling his parish duties despite his wife's pleas, leading to a severe physical and mental breakdown. Meanwhile, Grace Crawley returns home to her father's sick
- [Mr. Toogood Travels Professionally](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlii-mr-toogood-travels-professionally.md): Mr. Toogood travels to Barchester and Silverbridge to investigate the case against Mr. Crawley. He learns from Dr. Tempest and Mr. Walker about the potential ecclesiastical inquiry and the likely timeline of the trial. T
- [Mr. Crosbie Goes Into the City](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xliii-mr-crosbie-goes-into-the-city.md): Adolphus Crosbie, facing financial ruin, first attempts to borrow £500 from his colleague Mr. Butterwell, then visits the City firm of Dobbs Broughton and Musselboro to renew a bill for £250. He is rebuffed by Musselboro
- [XLIV: “I Suppose I Must Let You Have It.”](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xliv-i-suppose-i-must-let-you-have-it.md): Adolphus Crosbie, burdened by debts from his marriage to Lady Alexandrina and the De Courcy family, approaches his colleague Mr. Butterwell to borrow £500. After a tense negotiation, Butterwell reluctantly agrees, and Cr
- [Lily Dale Goes to London](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlv-lily-dale-goes-to-london.md): The squire announces Bernard Dale's engagement to Emily Dunstable, an heiress with twenty thousand pounds and connections to Dr. Thorne's wife. Lily Dale and her mother react with delight. Later, John Eames visits and ex
- [The Bayswater Romance](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlvi-the-bayswater-romance.md): John Eames hurries from Lily Dale's lodgings to visit Miss Demolines in Porchester Terrace. He feels both ashamed and proud of his double life, enjoying the Bayswater romance while remaining ostensibly constant to Lily. 
- [Dr. Tempest at the Palace](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlvii-dr-tempest-at-the-palace.md): Dr. Tempest visits the palace to discuss the bishop's plan for an ecclesiastical commission into Mr. Crawley's guilt. Mrs. Proudie attempts to engage him on the matter, but he firmly refuses to discuss it with her, asser
- [The Softness of Sir Raffle Buffle](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlviii-the-softness-of-sir-raffle-buffle.md): John Eames secures leave from Sir Raffle Buffle to travel to Italy and Jerusalem in search of the Arabins, a mission tied to Mr. Crawley's legal troubles. After initial refusal and tension, Sir Raffle relents upon hearin
- [Near the Close](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/xlix-near-the-close.md): The chapter explores the bitter family quarrel between Archdeacon Grantly and his son Major Grantly over the latter's determination to marry Grace Crawley, despite her father's disgrace. Mrs. Grantly and Mr. Harding atte
- [Lady Lufton's Proposition](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/l-lady-lufton-s-proposition.md): Lady Lufton, accompanied by Mrs. Robarts, visits Mrs. Crawley at Hogglestock to offer friendship and practical support amid Mr. Crawley's impending trial. Despite Mrs. Crawley's initial reticence, Lady Lufton proposes th
- [Mrs. Dobbs Broughton Piles Her Fagots](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/li-mrs-dobbs-broughton-piles-her-fagots.md): Mrs. Dobbs Broughton's household is shrouded in gloom as her husband grows sullen and tipsy, and business troubles loom. Conway Dalrymple continues painting Clara Van Siever's portrait in secret, while Mrs. Broughton ind
- [Why Don’t You Have an “It” for Yourself?](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lii-why-don-t-you-have-an-it-for-yourself.md): Lily Dale and Emily Dunstable grow close during their stay in London, with Mrs. Thorne's lavish hospitality providing Lily with a horse and riding habit. The squire, uncomfortable with accepting such generosity, attempts
- [Rotten Row](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/liii-rotten-row.md): Lily Dale goes riding in the Park with Bernard, Emily Dunstable, and Siph Dunn. She unexpectedly encounters Adolphus Crosbie, her former fiancé, and is deeply shaken. Later at dinner, she is seated next to Fowler Pratt, 
- [The Clerical Commission](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/liv-the-clerical-commission.md): Five clergymen meet at Dr. Tempest's house to inquire into Mr. Crawley's case regarding the cheque, deciding to invite Mr. Crawley to a future meeting. Mrs. Proudie's influence wanes as the bishop withdraws, and tensions
- [LV: Framley Parsonage](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lv-framley-parsonage.md): Grace Crawley is staying at Framley Parsonage during her father's troubles, a visit orchestrated by Lady Lufton despite disapproval from Archdeacon Grantly and others. Major Grantly visits to see Grace, but she flees, fe
- [The Archdeacon Goes to Framley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lvi-the-archdeacon-goes-to-framley.md): Archdeacon Grantly, alarmed by rumors that his son Major Grantly is at Framley with Grace Crawley, travels to Framley Court to confront Lady Lufton. He expresses his distress over the potential marriage, emphasizing worl
- [A Double Pledge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lvii-a-double-pledge.md): The archdeacon, determined to dissuade Grace Crawley from marrying his son, visits her at Framley Parsonage. He argues that the marriage would harm Major Grantly and his daughter Edith, citing Grace's poverty and her fat
- [The Cross-Grainedness of Men](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lviii-the-cross-grainedness-of-men.md): The chapter explores the stubbornness and pride of both Archdeacon Grantly and his son Major Grantly as they clash over the major's engagement to Grace Crawley. The archdeacon, having met Grace and been impressed by her 
- [A Lady Presents Her Compliments to Miss L. D.](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lix-a-lady-presents-her-compliments-to-miss-l-d.md): Lily Dale receives an anonymous letter from a woman signing as M.D., asking if she is engaged to John Eames and enclosing a note from him. Disturbed, she briefly considers leaving London early but decides to stay after h
- [The End of Jael and Sisera](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lx-the-end-of-jael-and-sisera.md): Conway Dalrymple faces the consequences of his entanglement with Mrs. Dobbs Broughton and Clara Van Siever. Mrs. Van Siever confronts him about the portrait of Clara, leading to a dramatic scene where Dalrymple slashes t
- [It's Dogged as Does It](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxi-it-s-dogged-as-does-it.md): Mr. Crawley receives a letter from Dr. Tempest summoning him to appear before a clerical commission regarding the cheque for twenty pounds. Despite his wife's concern, he refuses to discuss it and retreats to Hoggle End.
- [Mr. Crawley's Letter to the Dean](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxii-mr-crawley-s-letter-to-the-dean.md): Mr. Crawley, after his walk to Silverbridge, remains determined to resign his living despite advice from Dr. Tempest and his wife. He has written a letter to the dean explaining his reasons, which include the opinions of
- [Two Visitors to Hogglestock](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxiii-two-visitors-to-hogglestock.md): Major Grantly visits the Crawley family at Hogglestock, seeking to speak with Mr. and Mrs. Crawley about his intentions toward Grace. The chapter also depicts Mr. Thumble's contentious visit to arrange parish duties, and
- [The Tragedy in Hook Court](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxiv-the-tragedy-in-hook-court.md): Conway Dalrymple learns from Augustus Musselboro that Dobbs Broughton has shot himself in Hook Court. Dalrymple must break the news to Mrs. Dobbs Broughton, who is unaware of her husband's suicide. He reflects on his own
- [Miss Van Siever Makes Her Choice](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxv-miss-van-siever-makes-her-choice.md): Clara Van Siever stays with Mrs. Broughton after Dobbs Broughton's suicide. Conway Dalrymple discusses the financial situation with Clara, revealing that Mrs. Van Siever and Musselboro control the estate. Dalrymple propo
- [Requiescat in Pace](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxvi-requiescat-in-pace.md): The chapter depicts the deepening crisis at the palace as Bishop Proudie sinks into a sullen, silent depression, refusing to engage with his wife or his duties. Mrs. Proudie, driven by a mix of ambition and a sense of du
- [In Memoriam](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxvii-in-memoriam.md): The chapter recounts the reactions to Mrs. Proudie's death across Barchester. Mr. Harding receives the news while playing with Posy and reflects on her with unexpected charity. The archdeacon and Mrs. Grantly discuss the
- [The Obstinacy of Mr. Crawley](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxviii-the-obstinacy-of-mr-crawley.md): Mr. Robarts visits Mr. Crawley to persuade him to reconsider his resignation, but Crawley insists on his duty to resign despite the impact on his family. Dr. Tempest, after Mrs. Proudie's death, sees an opportunity to he
- [Mr. Crawley's Last Appearance in His Own Pulpit](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxix-mr-crawley-s-last-appearance-in-his-own-pulpit.md): Mr. Thumble is compelled to go to Hogglestock to perform services after Mrs. Proudie's death, despite his reluctance. Mr. Crawley addresses his parishioners from the pulpit, explaining his resignation and his inability t
- [LXX: Mrs. Arabin Is Caught](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxx-mrs-arabin-is-caught.md): John Eames meets Mrs. Arabin in Venice, who reveals that she gave Mr. Crawley the cheque that caused his legal troubles. She explains the cheque came from rent paid by Daniel Stringer of The Dragon of Wantly. Eames accom
- [Mr. Toogood at Silverbridge](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxi-mr-toogood-at-silverbridge.md): Mr. Toogood travels to Silverbridge with a telegram from Mrs. Arabin revealing that she gave Mr. Crawley the cheque, clearing him of theft. He shares the news with Mr. Walker, whose household spreads it through Silverbri
- [Mr. Toogood at The Dragon of Wantly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxii-mr-toogood-at-the-dragon-of-wantly.md): Mr. Toogood arrives in Barchester to investigate the cheque theft and clear Mr. Crawley. He interviews the innkeeper Mr. Stringer and his clerk Dan Stringer, whom he suspects of involvement. He also visits the mayor, the
- [There Is Comfort at Plumstead](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxiii-there-is-comfort-at-plumstead.md): Major Grantly arrives at Plumstead with the news that Mr. Crawley is innocent of stealing the cheque, as Mrs. Arabin has confessed from Venice that she gave it to him. The archdeacon, though initially reluctant, begins t
- [LXXIV: The Crawleys Are Informed](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxiv-the-crawleys-are-informed.md): Major Grantly and Mr. Toogood travel to Hogglestock to inform Mr. Crawley that the source of the cheque has been discovered: Mrs. Arabin inadvertently placed it in an envelope with notes. Mr. Crawley is relieved and vind
- [Madalina's Heart Is Bleeding](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxv-madalina-s-heart-is-bleeding.md): John Eames returns to London and visits his aunt Mrs. Toogood, who complains about her husband's prolonged stay in Barchester and the expense. He then goes to see Madalina Demolines, who dramatically reveals that Dobbs B
- [I Think He Is Light of Heart](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxvi-i-think-he-is-light-of-heart.md): Mrs. Arabin travels to London to give her deposition about the cheque, which may lead to the grand jury not finding a true bill against Mr. Crawley. Dan Stringer escapes legal punishment but is driven out of Barchester b
- [The Shattered Tree](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxvii-the-shattered-tree.md): John Eames visits Mrs. Arabin, who advises him that Lily Dale doubts his earnestness. He then meets his uncle Mr. Toogood, who recounts his triumph in clearing Mr. Crawley. Later, John goes to Lily Dale and proposes agai
- [The Arabins Return to Barchester](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxviii-the-arabins-return-to-barchester.md): The chapter follows the return of the Arabins to Barchester and the ongoing struggles of Mr. Crawley, who has been cleared of theft but remains in dire poverty. The dean visits Crawley, who is still suffering from his or
- [Mr. Crawley Speaks of His Coat](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxix-mr-crawley-speaks-of-his-coat.md): Grace returns home to Hogglestock after the threat of trial is lifted. The dean visits to apologize for the cheque and to invite the family to the deanery, but Mr. Crawley refuses, citing his poverty and the disparity in
- [Miss Demolines Desires to Become a Finger-Post](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxx-miss-demolines-desires-to-become-a-finger-post.md): John Eames, rejected by Lily Dale, resolves to forget her through hard work and study, but his resolve weakens when he visits Miss Demolines. She passionately declares her love and offers to be his 'finger-post,' leading
- [Barchester Cloisters](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxxi-barchester-cloisters.md): Mr. Harding lies on his deathbed, visited by his granddaughter Posy and attended by his daughters and sons-in-law. Dr. Filgrave pronounces the end near. The archdeacon reflects on Mr. Harding's pure and guileless life. M
- [The Last Scene at Hogglestock](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxxii-the-last-scene-at-hogglestock.md): The archdeacon agrees to offer Mr. Crawley the living of St. Ewolds once Grace is engaged to Major Grantly. The dean visits the bishop, who mourns Mrs. Proudie and discusses Mr. Crawley's situation. Major Grantly visits 
- [Mr. Crawley Is Conquered](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxxiii-mr-crawley-is-conquered.md): Mr. Crawley accepts the living of St. Ewolds after much hesitation, and he and his wife visit Plumstead, where he struggles with social expectations and his own pride.
- [LXXXIV: Conclusion](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/lxxxiv-conclusion.md): The final chapter ties together the loose ends of the story. Henry Grantly and Grace Crawley are married at Plumstead, with Mr. Crawley officiating and the archdeacon assisting, after a dispute over the venue is resolved
- [Endnotes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/endnotes.md): This chapter contains only an endnote explaining the derivation of the name Barchester from the Roman 'Baronum Castrum' and the episcopal signature 'Barnum'.

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