Chapter 49 Summary

Eleanor returns home and tells her father of her intention to marry Mr. Arabin. He is very happy for her and tells her about the offer of the deanery. She tries to convince him to accept the post, but he refuses to consider it. However, he does get the idea that Mr. Arabin could be the new dean instead of him and thinks about how to make this idea happen.

Chapter 49 Analysis

This short chapter allows Eleanor and her father to show their unity and support for each other. Dr. Harding's plans to help Mr. Arabin secure the deanery are evidence of his kind and generous nature.