Little Dorrit, Book 2: Riches, Chapter 26: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Pancks admits encouraging the disastrous investment, while Arthur grieves over the damage he causes Doyce.
2. Arthur asks Mr Rugg to publish his sole responsibility and place the suspended business under the creditors' control.
3. Despite Rugg's warnings about public anger, Arthur contributes his personal savings and offers his share toward repairing Doyce's loss.
4. Abusive letters arrive, writs follow, and Arthur rejects advice to avoid arrest under a minor writ.
5. An officer arrests Arthur, who enters the Marshalsea and receives considerate treatment from Mr Chivery.
6. Young John provides a familiar room but refuses Arthur's hand; alone, Arthur weeps for Little Dorrit.

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Cosa notare

Arthur rejects Rugg's focus on self-protection. His concern for Doyce governs his public confession and surrender of property.

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