Les Misérables, Book 2: The Fall, Chapter 2 summary
Book 2: The Fall, Chapter 2 of 365 · 6 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 2, the Bishop leaves his work on religious duties and hears Madame Magloire warn that a suspicious stranger is in town. She urges him to secure the house with locks and bolts, but when someone knocks, he invites the visitor inside without asking who it is.
What happens
- The Bishop studies religious teachings to organize a book about duties, then leaves his room for supper.
- Madame Magloire discusses the insecure front door with Mademoiselle Baptistine and repeats reports about a suspicious stranger.
- The Bishop warms himself by the fire and asks whether the household faces real danger.
- Madame Magloire describes the stranger’s rejection at Jacquin Labarre’s and asks permission to have the door locks replaced.
- Mademoiselle Baptistine refuses to question her brother’s judgment, and the Bishop answers a forceful knock by inviting entry.
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What to notice
Mademoiselle Baptistine rejects Madame Magloire’s claim to speak for her. Her response shows complete trust in her brother rather than agreement with the demand for stronger locks.
Quick check
What does the Bishop do when someone knocks at the door?
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