The Forsyte Saga – Complete, Chapter 7 summary
Chapter 7 of 116 · Part 1 · 12 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 7, old Jolyon visits his son’s household, grows close to his grandchildren, and admits that loneliness brings him there despite the family breach. His son answers with a gesture of affection, but old Jolyon returns to his large house without arranging another visit and eats dinner alone.
What happens
- Feeling neglected by June, old Jolyon changes his route home and visits young Jolyon’s modest house.
- He meets the household in the garden, notices its cramped surroundings, and warms to Jolly and Holly.
- Young Jolyon’s wife retreats indoors in tears, and her husband follows before returning irritably to the garden.
- Old Jolyon admits his loneliness, and young Jolyon places a hand on his shoulder.
- Walking home, old Jolyon condemns society’s rejection of his son while recognizing his own long participation in it.
- Back at Stanhope Gate, he finds no comfort in his possessions and watches his butler prepare his solitary dinner.
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What to notice
old Jolyon drops his defensive manner and explains the need behind his visit. His admission moves his son to touch his shoulder.
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How does young Jolyon respond when his father admits being lonely?
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