Nicholas Nickleby, Chapter 11 summary
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In Chapter 11, Kate and Mrs. Nickleby leave Miss La Creevy and move into the gloomy Thames Street house that Ralph provides, while Newman Noggs quietly makes their rooms livable. Their move separates them from a caring friend and reveals a contrast between Ralph’s apparent generosity and Newman’s practical kindness.
What happens
- Mrs. Nickleby predicts success for Kate’s millinery work, while Miss La Creevy raises concerns about its effects on health.
- Kate announces the move, and Miss La Creevy promises continued friendship despite her sorrow at their departure.
- Newman arrives on Saturday, denies Kate’s memory of seeing him before, and accompanies the women to Thames Street.
- The deserted house frightens Kate, whose remarks also unsettle her mother.
- Mrs. Nickleby credits Ralph for furnishings and supplies that Newman actually gathers without announcing his help.
- Kate prevents her mother from offering Newman money, and he leaves with a respectful bow.
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Kate sees dignity beneath Newman’s shabby appearance. Her tact contrasts with her mother’s assumption that a small coin suits his help.
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Who actually gathers the furnishings and supplies for the women’s rooms?
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