Brothers, Chapter 25 summary
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In Chapter 25, Mark Samphire tells Jim Corrance about his recovery and jealousy, then learns that Archibald’s sermons helped win Betty, although much of their substance comes from Mark. He visits his father, announces his break with the Church of England, and faces pressure to accept a parish living instead of pursuing writing.
What happens
- Mark visits Jim, describes his recovery and writing, and admits his fierce hatred when he learns of Betty’s engagement.
- Jim explains that Archibald’s preaching wins Betty over, and Mark recognizes the importance of his own contribution to those sermons.
- After hearing that his father seems unwell, Mark writes announcing a visit and his departure from the Church of England.
- Mrs. Samphire assumes conversion to Catholicism, while the Squire plans to offer Mark the King’s Charteris living.
- At home, Mark hears his father’s financial worries, agrees to change his clothes, and declares his intention to write.
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Mark states his chosen work despite his father’s repeated appeal to financial security through a parish living.
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Why does Jim say Betty chooses Archibald?
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