War and Peace, Book 12: 1812, Chapter 15 summary
Book 12: 1812, Chapter 15 of 365 · 7 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 15, Princess Mary visits Prince Andrew and recognizes that his distant manner marks a separation from ordinary life, not a loss of understanding. His meeting with little Nicholas deepens the family’s grief, and Mary stops discussing recovery with Natásha and turns to prayer.
What happens
- Princess Mary enters expecting tenderness, but Prince Andrew’s distant gaze stops her tears and makes her feel guilty.
- Andrew struggles to discuss Natásha’s care, Moscow’s destruction, and a possible marriage between Mary and Count Nicholas.
- Little Nicholas visits his father, who kisses him but seems unable to find anything to say.
- Mary cries, and Andrew recognizes her fear for his son but believes she cannot understand his thoughts.
- Nicholas cries against Natásha and seeks comfort with her and Mary rather than those who fuss over him.
- Mary abandons talk of saving Andrew and takes turns watching beside him while praying.
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What to notice
Prince Andrew’s private thought explains his silence. He believes that those around him cannot share his understanding of life and death.
Quick check
What does Mary do after recognizing Andrew’s condition?
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