The Forsyte Saga – Complete, Chapter 21 summary
Chapter 21 of 116 · Part 2 · 13 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 21, June accompanies old Jolyon to London and tries to discover why Bosinney neglects her, but Mrs. Baynes offers excuses and his door remains unanswered. When June finally sees him in the street, he acknowledges her and keeps walking, leaving her standing still without resolving her doubts.
What happens
- At Broadstairs, old Jolyon prepares for business meetings and worries about June after receiving his son's unhelpful account of Bosinney.
- June insists on accompanying him to London, visits Mrs. Smeech, and finds the house at Stanhope Gate closed.
- Mrs. Baynes receives June warmly but explains away Bosinney's silence and gives her no useful information.
- June abandons her intended visit to Irene and goes directly to Bosinney's rooms, struggling with shame before ringing repeatedly.
- Nobody answers, and June leaves distressed, then sees Bosinney approaching his rooms across the street.
- Bosinney raises his hat when their eyes meet, but continues walking while June watches.
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What to notice
The narration follows June's resolve as she overcomes shame and rings Bosinney's bell. Her determination produces action but no answer.
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What does Bosinney do when he sees June across the street?
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