Ivanhoe, Chapter 20 summary
Chapter 20 of 44 · 11 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 20, Locksley sends his men to watch the captives and gather reinforcements, then asks the Black Knight to help rescue Cedric and his companions from Torquilstone. The knight agrees, while the hermit exchanges his religious dress for a forester’s equipment, bringing both men into the rescue effort.
What happens
- Locksley reaches a forest meeting place with Gurth and Wamba, orders his followers to gather, and sends scouts toward Torquilstone.
- At Copmanhurst, the hermit and the Black Knight interrupt their drinking and disguise their entertainment as prayer.
- Locksley demands the hermit’s help, and Wamba helps the priest change into green clothing.
- Locksley appeals to the Black Knight’s duty toward England and oppressed captives, and the knight agrees to help.
- The hermit drinks and washes at the fountain, then joins the armed party as Locksley urges everyone toward their meeting place.
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What to notice
The knight accepts the rescue as a duty rather than a favor. His agreement gives Locksley another armed ally.
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What does Locksley ask two men to do near Torquilstone?
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