The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, Book 10, Chapter 2 summary
Book 10, Chapter 2 of 60 · 3 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 2, Jehan du Moulin asks his brother Dom Claude for money, presenting himself as repentant and eager to study, but the archdeacon refuses. Jehan threatens to become a professional vagabond and leaves after Claude coldly agrees, only for Claude to throw him a purse and declare it his final payment.
What happens
- Dom Claude returns to find Jehan waiting outside his cell after drawing an exaggerated portrait of him on the wall.
- Jehan repeats his brother’s advice and describes the poverty that follows his reckless spending.
- Claiming repentance and a desire to study, Jehan asks for money to buy supplies.
- Claude refuses, and Jehan threatens to become a professional vagabond; Claude tells him to do so.
- As Jehan crosses the courtyard, Claude throws him a purse, striking his forehead, and announces an end to financial support.
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What to notice
Claude gives money despite his refusal, but states a firm limit. The gift combines continued support with open anger.
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What does Claude do after Jehan leaves his cell?
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