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Bambi, Part II summary

Part II of 30 · 9 min to read the part

In II, Jarvis emerges from his writing trance and learns that Bambi marries him three days earlier, despite her father's objections. She persuades him to accept their marriage by promising independence and support for his plays, while he warns that love and financial dependence threaten his work.

What happens

  1. Jarvis joins lunch and discovers that Bambi marries him during his writing trance, which leaves him unable to remember the ceremony.
  2. Professor Parkhurst objects to the marriage, then leaves after an exchange with Ardelia about a forgotten reminder.
  3. Bambi explains her faith in Jarvis, but he proposes divorce because he considers himself an unsuitable husband.
  4. They debate theater audiences, selling his plays, and her proposal to earn money through dancing in New York.
  5. Jarvis demands protection from romantic attachment and accepts the marriage, but refuses her financial support.
  6. Bambi rejects any expectation of a kiss and heads into the garden; Jarvis returns upstairs to revise his play.

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In this part

BambiJarvisProfessor ParkhurstTheme: Help and independence

What to notice

Bambi answers Jarvis's doubts with a commitment to act rather than reconsider. The line captures her determination to accept responsibility for their marriage.

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Why does Bambi suggest going to New York?

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