Mr Woodhouse

Mr Woodhouse
Jane Austen character
Mr Woodhouse (right) with his daughter Emma in an illustration by Hugh Thomson
In-universe information
OccupationLandowner and gentleman
ChildrenIsabella Knightley
Emma Woodhouse
Relatives
  • Henry Knightley (grandson)
  • John Knightley (grandson)
  • Bella Knightley (granddaughter)
  • Emma Knightley (granddaughter)
  • Henry Knightley (grandson)
HomeHartfield

Mr Henry Woodhouse is a central character in Jane Austen's 1815 novel Emma and the father of the protagonist, Emma Woodhouse. He is a wealthy member of the English landed gentry who owns a small country estate and substantial other property.

A valetudinarian widower, keen on gruel and a quiet life, he regrets the earlier marriage of Emma's elder sister, and is opposed to marriages in general.

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