Brothers, Chapter 21 summary
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In Chapter 21, Mark regains strength under Stride’s care, discovers writing as a possible livelihood, and helps Archibald prepare successful sermons despite feeling jealous of him. As Mark finishes a novel about recovered faith, Archibald announces his engagement to Betty, and Mark burns both the letter and his manuscript before rushing outside.
What happens
- Stride treats Mark with gardening, rest, nourishing meals, and outdoor sleep, while Mark gradually regains strength.
- News of Archibald’s successful preaching makes Mark jealous, and Stride refuses permission for him to leave Crask to see Betty.
- Stride encourages Mark to write, and Arthur Conquest accepts his first story while recommending further practice.
- Maitland describes finding purpose through helping others, and Mark explains how recovery restores his faith and romantic hopes.
- Mark grows healthier while writing a novel and devotes particular care to revising Archibald’s Advent sermons.
- Archibald announces his engagement to Betty; Mark burns the letter and his novel, then goes outside into wind and rain.
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