North and South, Chapter 29 summary
Chapter 29 of 52 · 10 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 29, Edith’s cheerful letter offers Margaret an imagined escape from worry, while Mrs. Hale seeks Mrs. Thornton’s friendship for her daughter and discusses precautions for Frederick’s possible visit. Mr. Thornton continues helping Margaret’s parents but deliberately avoids her, making Margaret recognize his friendship and try to repair the hurt between them.
What happens
- Edith invites Margaret and her parents to visit, praising her baby, the sunshine, and the possible benefits for Mrs. Hale’s health.
- Margaret briefly longs for Edith’s carefree life, then reads the letter aloud to her weakening mother.
- Mr. Thornton brings peaches, treats Mrs. Hale kindly, and greets Margaret with pointed coldness.
- Mrs. Hale requests a visit from Mrs. Thornton, then discusses keeping Frederick’s possible arrival secret.
- Margaret defends local expressions and tries to prevent Mr. Thornton from misunderstanding a remark about vulgar language.
- Thornton promises his mother’s visit but continues avoiding Margaret, whose regret makes her seek a return to their former friendship.
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