Daniel Deronda, Chapter 25 summary
Chapter 25 of 71 · Book 3: Maidens Choosing · 16 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 25, Henleigh Grandcourt returns to Diplow and asks about Gwendolen, while Mr. Lush tries to discourage him by stressing her family’s poverty and her knowledge of Lydia. Lush’s disclosure strengthens rather than weakens Grandcourt’s resolve, and Grandcourt writes to Miss Harleth at Offendene despite the warnings.
What happens
- At Leubronn, Grandcourt delays departure, exchanges civilities with the Mallingers and Deronda, and assumes Deronda envies him.
- Lush discusses Grandcourt’s affairs with Sir Hugo, who wants an opportunity to buy his interest in Diplow.
- Grandcourt travels through Paris and sends Lush ahead to Diplow, where Lush investigates Gwendolen’s family circumstances.
- Back at Diplow, Grandcourt asks whether Gwendolen is at Offendene, and Lush warns against the costs and restrictions of marriage.
- Lush reveals that Gwendolen meets Lydia in Cardell Chase and learns her story, but Grandcourt refuses to be discouraged.
- Grandcourt writes to Miss Harleth and orders immediate delivery, leaving Lush convinced that his intervention strengthens Grandcourt’s resolve.
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What to notice
Grandcourt dismisses Lush’s opposition as irrelevant to his choice. The reply exposes Lush’s limited influence despite his years of service and detailed knowledge.
Quick check
What does Grandcourt do after Lush reveals Gwendolen’s knowledge of Lydia?
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