Lucas Family
A newly genteel neighbouring family whose closeness to the Bennets makes it central to local society.
Story so far
The Lucas family lives at Lucas Lodge near Meryton and is particularly intimate with the Bennets. Its head, Sir William Lucas, rose from Meryton trade and mayoralty to a knighthood; his pursuit of social importance is balanced by a genuine, obliging civility. Lady Lucas is a kind and useful neighbour to Mrs. Bennet.
Their eldest daughter Charlotte Lucas is Elizabeth's intimate friend and the family's most perceptive voice in the discussion of the Meryton assembly. The younger Lucas children are also part of the visiting party at Longbourn, making the family a natural audience and participant in the Bennets' marriage hopes.
Appearance
This is a household rather than a person; its home is Lucas Lodge, but no collective emblem, colours, or material appearance are described.
Role
It is the Bennets' closest neighbouring family and an important local social network.
Relationships
Sources — 1 recorded facts, by chapter
- A newly genteel neighbouring family whose closeness to the Bennets makes it central to local society.