North and South, Chapter 18 요약

줄거리

1. Margaret describes the doctor’s advice while Mr. Hale repeatedly seeks reassurance that his wife needs only rest and care.
2. Mrs. Hale insists that her husband and daughter attend Mrs. Thornton’s dinner, and Margaret prepares their acceptance.
3. John Thornton defends the Hales and asks his mother to support Margaret if she needs help.
4. Mrs. Thornton promises help but resents Margaret’s pride, while Fanny complains about her brother’s attention to her.
5. Thornton reports walkouts, blames workers for ignoring market pressures, and discusses recruiting labor from Ireland.
6. After hours of anxious pacing, Thornton sets a fortnight’s limit before bringing in Irish workers.

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눈여겨볼 점

Thornton connects his concern for Margaret with her mother’s illness. He presents his request as friendship while denying any intention of marriage.

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