War and Peace, Book 2: 1805, Chapter 9 요약

줄거리

1. Kutúzov’s army retreats under severe pressure, seeking to preserve its forces and join troops advancing from Russia.
2. The Russians cross the Danube and defeat Mortier’s division, raising morale despite heavy losses and overcrowded hospitals.
3. Prince Andrew receives the rewarding assignment of carrying news of the victory to the Austrian court in Brünn.
4. During his excited journey, he stops beside wounded Russian soldiers and gives three gold pieces for them.
5. At the palace, officials direct him to the Minister of War rather than immediately presenting him to the Emperor.
6. The minister emphasizes Schmidt’s death and delays an imperial audience, leaving Prince Andrew detached from his earlier happiness.

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눈여겨볼 점

The official reception abruptly changes Prince Andrew’s emotional relationship to the victory. His vivid pride gives way to distance and disappointment.

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