Villette, Chapter 14: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. After Georgette leaves, the narrator rejects the teachers’ companionship and describes Madame Beck’s practical reliance on Zélie St. Pierre.
2. The school prepares Madame’s celebration, and M. Paul Emanuel replaces an unsuccessful tragedy with a comedy.
3. On the celebration day, the narrator dresses quietly and retreats to read until M. Paul demands her help.
4. She agrees to replace Louise Vanderkelkov as a foolish male suitor, and M. Paul locks her in the attic to study.
5. After hearing her rehearse, M. Paul brings her downstairs for food and escorts her to the performers’ room.
6. The narrator refuses a complete male costume and asks to arrange her own clothing without interference.

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