Vanity Fair, Chapter 24 summary
Chapter 24 of 68 · 23 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 24, William Dobbin tells Mr. Osborne that George has married Amelia, and the furious father removes his son’s names from the family Bible and makes a new will. As departure for Belgium approaches, Dobbin tries to gather support for George, but Mr. Osborne bars him from the house.
What happens
- Dobbin urges reconciliation before the regiment leaves for Belgium, then reveals George’s marriage when Mr. Osborne insults Amelia.
- Mr. Osborne orders George’s unused dinner plate removed and spends the night examining his son’s childhood papers and keepsakes.
- He crosses George’s names out of the family Bible, burns his will, and arranges a replacement with his lawyer.
- The regiment’s elderly general confirms the approaching departure, and Dobbin sends Mr. Osborne another appeal for reconciliation.
- Dobbin postpones telling George the military news and entertains Chopper, who delivers Mr. Osborne’s letters.
- Dobbin leaves for Brighton without visiting Miss Osborne again, and her father forbids him entry to the house.
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What to notice
Dobbin finally reveals the marriage while defending Amelia. The disclosure destroys Osborne’s expectation that George accepts his wishes.
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What does Mr. Osborne do to George’s entry in the family Bible?
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