Lady Susan, Chapter 22 summary
Chapter 22 of 41 · 5 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 22, Lady Susan tells Mrs. Johnson that Sir James Martin arrives unexpectedly and that Frederica secretly asks Reginald to oppose their proposed marriage. Reginald confronts Lady Susan about forcing her daughter into the match, leaving both angry and turning Susan’s confidence in her control into resentment toward them.
What happens
- Sir James Martin arrives unexpectedly at Churchhill and invites himself to stay for several days.
- Lady Susan insists that Frederica marry him, partly because she fears Frederica’s affection for Reginald might become mutual.
- Lady Susan persuades Reginald that the match is justified and forbids Frederica to complain to Charles Vernon or his wife.
- Reginald confronts Lady Susan after receiving Frederica’s appeal and speaking with her about her wishes.
- Their argument ends with Reginald withdrawing to his room and Lady Susan expressing lasting anger toward him and Frederica.
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What to notice
Lady Susan demands personal loyalty rather than an independent judgment of Frederica’s complaint. The question exposes what most angers her about Reginald’s intervention.
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What prompts Reginald to challenge Lady Susan about the marriage?
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