Eugene Onegin, Part 1, no. 219, Part XLI summary
Part 1, no. 219, Part XLI of 368 · 1 min to read the part
In XLI, Eugene sees a chance for revenge and joins Olga in the waltz, then seats her briefly for conversation before dancing with her again. Their repeated dancing amazes the company and leaves Lenski scarcely able to believe what he sees.
What happens
- Couples whirl through an energetic waltz.
- Eugene spots an opportunity for revenge and approaches Olga with a smile.
- They dance, then Eugene seats Olga and chats with her for two minutes.
- They resume the waltz, amazing the company and leaving Lenski incredulous.
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What to notice
The closing reaction singles out Lenski from the other onlookers. His disbelief gives Eugene's choice of partner particular weight.
Quick check
What does Eugene do after Olga sits for two minutes?
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