# How Did He Get It? explained — The Last Chronicle of Barset > Chapter companion for The Last Chronicle of Barset by Anthony Trollope. ## What happens 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, and his three children: Grace, Bob, and Jane. The accusation has stirred the county, and the chapter also presents the Walker family's discussion of the scandal, with Mr. Walker expressing his fear that Crawley may be guilty. ## Themes in this chapter ### Poverty and Suffering The Crawley family's extreme poverty and the suffering it causes are central to the chapter, highlighting Mr. Crawley's disgrace and his wife's endurance. ### Gossip and Public Opinion The county is astir with talk of Mr. Crawley's alleged theft, and the Walker family's discussion shows how public opinion shapes perceptions of guilt. ### Clergy and Morality Mr. Crawley's role as a clergyman is contrasted with the accusation of theft, raising questions about moral integrity and the expectations placed on religious figures. ## Character check-ins ### Mr. Crawley The perpetual curate of Hogglestock, accused of stealing a cheque for twenty pounds. Described as moody, unhappy, disappointed, but a hardworking and conscientious pastor. ### Grace Crawley Eldest daughter of Mr. Crawley, nineteen years old, working as a teacher in Silverbridge. Noted for her beauty despite poverty. ### Jane Crawley Younger daughter of Mr. Crawley, still at home, helping her mother and studying Greek with her father. ### John Walker A lawyer of Silverbridge, who discusses the Crawley case with his family and fears Mr. Crawley may be guilty. ### Mrs. Walker Wife of John Walker, who discusses the scandal with her daughter Mary and expresses pity for the Crawley family. ### Mary Eames Daughter of the Walkers, who knew Grace Crawley from school and is deeply concerned about the accusation. ## Key lines > Though moody, unhappy, and disappointed, he was a hardworking, conscientious pastor among the poor people with whom his lot was cast Despite his gloomy and dissatisfied nature, he diligently served the poor in his parish. _Establishes Mr. Crawley's character as a dedicated clergyman despite his personal struggles._ > She had borne the rebuke without a word in reply, and had then begged again for him, and had endured the starvation herself. She silently accepted his criticism and continued to beg for his sake while suffering hunger herself. _Highlights Mrs. Crawley's self-sacrifice and resilience in the face of poverty._ > The whole county was astir in this matter of this alleged guilt of the Reverend Josiah Crawley The entire region was buzzing with talk about the accusation against Mr. Crawley. _Shows the widespread public interest and gossip surrounding the case._ ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters/i-how-did-he-get-it - Book: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se - All chapters: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/the_last_chronicle_of_barset_se/chapters