War and Peace, Chapter 26 summary
Chapter 26 of 365 · Book 1: 1805 · 8 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 26, Prince Andrew brings his pregnant wife to his father's house and tells Princess Mary that he leaves for war tomorrow. The women's emotional reunion contrasts with his discomfort, while his affectionate but demanding father questions him about the campaign and interrupts his explanation with domestic concerns and a song about departure.
What happens
- Prince Andrew and Lise arrive while his father sleeps, and Tíkhon protects the household routine.
- Lise surprises Princess Mary at her music practice, and their greeting brings embraces, tears, and Andrew's discomfort.
- Andrew confirms his departure for war tomorrow, while Lise laments being left behind and cries over her pregnancy.
- Princess Mary confirms that their father's routines and her lessons remain unchanged.
- The old prince welcomes Andrew while dressing, asks about his wife, and demands an account of the campaign.
- Andrew explains the allied military plan, but his father interrupts and ends with a song about an uncertain return.
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What to notice
Lise voices her unhappiness about Andrew's departure. Her complaint places the family's separation beside the military plans he discusses with his father.
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