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Eugene Onegin, Part XII summary

Part XII of 368 · 1 min to read the part

In XII, an unnamed man receives three invitations while still in bed and considers which entertainments to attend that day. He then dresses for the morning and strolls on the Boulevard, passing time until his watch announces dinner.

What happens

  1. A valet brings the man three letters while he lies in bed one morning.
  2. The invitations offer three entertainments that day, including a ball and a children’s gathering.
  3. The man considers where to go first and may attend all three events.
  4. Wearing morning clothes and a Bolivar hat, he strolls on the Boulevard until his watch signals dinner.

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What to notice

The delivery introduces the man's choices for the day. His invitations and servant establish a routine centered on leisure.

Quick check

What signals dinner-time to the man?

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