Les Misérables, Book 6: The Conjunction of Two Stars, Chapter 5 summary
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In Chapter 5, Marius repeatedly visits the Luxembourg in his new coat, watching a young girl from a distance instead of approaching her. His outings astonish Madame Burgon, who unsuccessfully tries to follow him, while his walks become a fixed routine of sitting and watching for a fortnight.
What happens
- Madame Burgon is surprised when Marius goes out again in his new coat.
- Marius watches from his bench until the Luxembourg closes, without seeing M. Leblanc and his daughter leave.
- On the third day, Madame Burgon tries to follow Marius but cannot keep up.
- Marius edges toward the girl while pretending to read, then retreats to his bench and watches sparrows for four hours.
- For a fortnight, he repeats his visits without approaching, while the narrator describes the girl's contrasting gaze and smile.
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