North and South, Chapter 49 summary
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In Chapter 49, Margaret inherits substantial property, finds peace during a stay at Cromer, and claims the right to direct her own life despite her family's expectations. Henry Lennox becomes her legal adviser and pursues her affection, while she accepts that Mr. Thornton may remain mistaken about her conduct.
What happens
- A lawyer's letter confirms that Margaret inherits property worth about forty thousand pounds after other legacies, and Henry Lennox becomes her adviser.
- Margaret goes to Cromer rather than Spain and struggles with the loss of Mr. Bell's chance to explain her conduct to Mr. Thornton.
- Long hours beside the sea soothe Margaret and help her understand her experiences and responsibilities.
- Henry arrives, notices her renewed appearance, and seeks her affection through legal business and conversations about Milton.
- Back in town, Margaret persuades her aunt to accept her freedom to choose duties and manage her own life.
- The family regards Margaret's independent activities as favorable to Henry's courtship, while the two grow closer without welcoming comment.
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