Mary, Chapter 16 summary
Chapter 16 of 31 · 7 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 16, Henry comforts Mary after Ann’s death and shares his own losses, giving her a new attachment that she mistakes for friendship. When her maid reports an available passage, Mary keeps her decision to leave but struggles with grief, desire, and the thought of promising love while caring for another man.
What happens
- Henry visits Mary, whose tears bring relief, and asks for her friendship while offering sympathy for her grief.
- He describes family neglect, disappointed love, poor health, literary work, and his mother’s wish that he spend winter somewhere warmer.
- Mary dwells on Henry’s kindness and troubles, then feels guilty about turning her thoughts away from Ann.
- After troubled dreams, Mary hopes to see Henry, but her maid brings news of a ship and a possible traveling companion.
- Mary remains determined to leave, rejects the thought of a dishonest promise of love, and fears her own emotions more than stormy weather.

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What to notice
The narrator distinguishes Mary’s understanding from the passion taking hold of her. Her trust in friendship leaves her attachment unexamined.
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