The Forsyte Saga – Complete, Chapter 16: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Angry about James’s interference, old Jolyon decides to confront the family and reject the rumors about Bosinney.
2. At Timothy’s house, Swithin defends Irene, while conversation about Francie’s earnings reveals the family’s commercial standards for art.
3. Dartie escapes family calls for his club, then hides from Soames to prevent Winifred discovering his false excuse.
4. Old Jolyon interrupts the gathering, rebukes its gossip, and leaves after pointed remarks aimed at James.
5. In his cab, old Jolyon feels convinced that Bosinney abandons June for Irene, though he resolves to deny it.
6. The remaining visitors discuss old Jolyon’s age, and Aunt Juley privately imagines caring for him and receiving his affection.

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Cosa notare

old Jolyon’s reply turns polite conversation into a direct rebuke. It announces his attack on family interference without openly naming the rumor.

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