Martin Chuzzlewit, Chapter 10 summary
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In Chapter 10, old Martin Chuzzlewit seeks an alliance with Seth Pecksniff and demands that Pecksniff dismiss his grandson, whose marriage choice displeases him. Pecksniff and his daughters eagerly agree, but his harsh attack on Mrs. Todgers’s flattery exposes the gap between his moral claims and his own conduct.
What happens
- After several mornings of checking for letters, Pecksniff receives news and holds a private conference with his daughters.
- Old Martin visits Pecksniff at Todgers’s and proposes an alliance based on shared interests and obedience.
- Pecksniff and his daughters condemn Martin’s grandson after learning that he chooses a wife without his grandfather’s approval.
- Martin secures their promise to welcome Mary, warns them about public criticism, and insists on secrecy.
- Mrs. Todgers flatters an angry young boarder into withdrawing his notice to leave.
- Pecksniff condemns her dishonesty for a small profit, then leaves feeling morally superior.
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What to notice
Martin makes Pecksniff accept responsibility for entering their alliance. His warning follows a discussion of the damaging explanations others might give for their friendship.
Quick check
Why does Mrs. Todgers flatter the youngest gentleman?
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