Lady Susan, Chapter 29 summary
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In Chapter 29, Lady Susan Vernon tells Mrs. Johnson that Mainwaring’s visit makes her less eager to marry Reginald and prompts plans to delay his arrival. She conceals her intentions from Mainwaring and weighs her wish for independence against dependence on Sir Reginald.
What happens
- Lady Susan condemns Mr. Johnson because his gout keeps Alicia occupied as his nurse.
- She reports arriving the previous evening and receiving Mainwaring soon after dinner.
- Mainwaring’s looks and manners make Reginald seem less attractive, briefly shaking her intention to marry.
- She considers postponing Reginald’s arrival until Mainwaring leaves and questions dependence on Sir Reginald.
- She presents her connection with Reginald to Mainwaring as casual flirtation and expresses satisfaction with her lodgings.
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What to notice
Susan wants to keep the two men apart. Her wish to delay Reginald exposes the conflict between her marriage plans and her pleasure in Mainwaring.
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Why does Susan want to postpone Reginald’s arrival?
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