The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, Book 6, Chapter 5 summary
Book 6, Chapter 5 of 60 · 1 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 5, La Esmeralda leaves the pillory pale and unsteady under the recluse’s threats, while Quasimodo is untied and the crowd disperses. Near the Grand Pont, Mahiette asks Eustache about the cake, and his account of sharing it with a dog draws both scolding and amusement from her.
What happens
- La Esmeralda descends from the pillory as the recluse calls her a thief and threatens her with another ascent.
- The crowd dismisses the recluse’s outburst, while the narrator explains the fear and respect surrounding women who pray constantly.
- Quasimodo is untied, and the crowd disperses.
- Near the Grand Pont, Mahiette asks Eustache what happens to his cake, and he blames a dog while admitting he eats too.
- Mahiette smiles as she scolds Eustache and tells Oudarde about his appetite for their orchard’s cherries.
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What to notice
Eustache tries to shift blame onto the dog but also admits his own part. His explanation resolves Mahiette’s question about the cake.
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