Les Misérables, Book 8: The Wicked Poor Man, Chapter 8 summary
Book 8: The Wicked Poor Man, Chapter 8 of 365 · 4 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 8, the father rages against wealthy donors while his family waits in the cold, then greets an older man and a young girl with exaggerated respect. Marius recognizes the girl he loves, and his joy contrasts with the eldest Jondrette girl’s dark stare at the visitor.
What happens
- The older daughter complains of cold, while the mother comforts the younger girl and the father encourages her crying.
- The father fears his staged damage achieves nothing if the expected visitor fails to arrive, and he attacks wealthy donors.
- A knock interrupts his abuse, and he welcomes an older man and a young girl with bows and smiles.
- Marius recognizes the girl he loves and feels overwhelmed by their unexpected reunion.
- The visitor places a parcel on the table, while the eldest Jondrette girl watches her darkly from behind the door.
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How does the father respond when the expected visitors arrive?
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