War and Peace, Book 4: 1806, Chapter 15 summary
Book 4: 1806, Chapter 15 of 365 · 6 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 15, Nicholas returns home dreading a confession and a request for money, while his family enjoys an evening of music and games. Natásha’s singing draws him out of his shame and despair, making his losses, Dólokhov, and his word of honor briefly seem unimportant.
What happens
- Nicholas comes home afraid to confess his trouble and ask his father for money.
- He finds the household cheerful, with Denísov singing verses to Natásha and others playing games.
- Nicholas asks about his absent father and gives his mother no explanation for his silence.
- Sónya notices his distress, while Natásha senses it but chooses to preserve her own happiness.
- Natásha sings with an untrained voice that deeply moves Nicholas.
- Nicholas joins her singing and feels his money troubles and shame lose their importance.
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