Lady Susan, Chapter 37 summary
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In Chapter 37, Lady Susan writes to Mr. De Courcy, accepting that he no longer wants their engagement and saying she stops troubling him after this letter. She attributes his change to his parents’ advice and presents herself as able to bear the disappointment.
What happens
- Lady Susan says she understands and ends her correspondence with Mr. De Courcy.
- She contrasts his eagerness to become engaged a fortnight ago with his present wishes.
- She credits his parents’ advice and predicts that obedience brings him peace.
- She expresses confidence that she can survive her own disappointment.
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What to notice
The opening makes the letter a farewell rather than an attempt to restore the engagement.
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Whose advice does Lady Susan credit for Mr. De Courcy’s changed plans?
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