Lady Susan, Chapter 38 summary
Chapter 38 of 41 · 2 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 38, Mrs. Johnson writes to Lady Susan Vernon about her broken relationship with Mr. De Courcy and warns that their own correspondence must soon stop. Her husband's threat to move permanently to the country forces this retreat, while she also reports the Mainwarings' separation and recommends pursuing Sir James Martin.
What happens
- Mrs. Johnson acknowledges Susan's break with Mr. De Courcy, who writes to Mr. Johnson and plans to leave London today.
- She warns that their correspondence must stop because her husband threatens to move permanently to the country.
- She reports the Mainwarings' separation and expects the grieving Mrs. Mainwaring to return to her household.
- Miss Mainwaring comes to London determined to secure Sir James Martin, whom Mrs. Johnson advises Susan to pursue instead.
- Mrs. Johnson praises Mr. De Courcy's looks and manner, then blames the unfortunate Langford visit and fate.
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What to notice
Mrs. Johnson’s husband's threat makes continued friendship costly. Her unwillingness to accept country life overrides her declared devotion to Susan.
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Why does Mrs. Johnson say her correspondence with Susan must stop?
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