War and Peace, Book 10: 1812, Chapter 16 summary
Book 10: 1812, Chapter 16 of 365 · 6 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 16, Prince Andrew tells Kutúzov about his father’s death and declines an offer to join his staff, choosing his regiment instead. Kutúzov comforts him and explains his trust in patience rather than hurried attacks, leaving Prince Andrew reassured by his commander’s restraint and sympathy.
What happens
- Kutúzov finishes his paperwork, gives gold to the priest’s wife, and withdraws to his room.
- Prince Andrew describes his father’s death and the condition of Bald Hills, stirring Kutúzov’s grief and anger.
- Prince Andrew declines a staff position because he values his regiment, and Kutúzov approves his choice.
- Kutúzov recalls the Turkish campaign and argues that patience achieves more than hurried assaults or competing advice.
- Prince Andrew returns to his regiment trusting Kutúzov’s sympathy, restraint, and understanding of events.
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The distinction explains his criticism of hurried assaults. He values the success of a whole campaign above individual captures.
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Why does Prince Andrew decline Kutúzov’s offer of staff service?
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