Brothers, Chapter 26 summary
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In Chapter 26, Mark Samphire settles near Weybridge to revise his novel, resumes some charitable visits despite his lost faith, and renews contact with Archibald and Betty. His health improves, but Bagshot’s crime exposes his helplessness, while Archibald’s preaching raises doubts about the foundations of Betty’s regard for her husband.
What happens
- Barger and Drax confirm Mark’s recovery, and he arranges to live outdoors on the Dew property near Weybridge.
- Mark builds a shelter, entertains Pynsent and Jim Corrance, and praises Mary’s work while criticizing her mother.
- News that Bagshot murders his wife sends Mark to London and prompts renewed charitable visits without his former confidence.
- Archibald and Betty return from France, welcome Mark, and draw him into regular visits while he revises his novel.
- Mark attends Archibald’s first sermon at St. Anne’s and judges its appeal theatrical, sensing that Betty’s interest also weakens.
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