Oliver Twist, Chapter 40 summary
Chapter 40 of 53 · 11 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 40, Nancy tells Rose Maylie that Monks pays Fagin to corrupt Oliver and identifies Oliver as his brother, exposing a plot tied to money and hidden family history. Rose offers protection, but Nancy refuses to leave the violent man she loves and arranges a confidential meeting place on London Bridge.
What happens
- Rose receives Nancy kindly, and Nancy admits that she helps drag Oliver back to Fagin.
- Nancy reports overhearing Monks offer Fagin money to recover Oliver and turn him into a thief.
- She describes another conversation in which Monks claims to destroy identity evidence, obtain Oliver’s money, and plot against his brother.
- Rose offers Nancy safety, but Nancy refuses because she cannot abandon the violent man she loves.
- Nancy secures Rose’s promise of secrecy and names London Bridge as a regular meeting place.
- Nancy refuses money and leaves sobbing, while Rose sits down to collect her thoughts.
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What to notice
Nancy’s attachment blocks her acceptance of safety. She fears that exposing the criminals brings death to the man she cannot abandon.
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Where does Nancy agree to be available for another meeting?
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