Love and Courtship

Where it surfaces

• Love Among the Chickens

  Garnet's rekindled interest in Phyllis introduces a romantic subplot amid the farm chaos.

• Waterloo Station, Some Fellow-Travellers, and a Girl with Brown Hair

  Garnet is instantly smitten by Phyllis's appearance and intellect, setting the stage for romantic interest.

• VII: The Entente Cordiale Is Sealed

  Garnet's growing attraction to Phyllis is contrasted with his jealousy of Tom Chase's familiarity with her.

• IX: Dies Irae

  Garnet's growing love for Phyllis is central, as he laments the barrier created by Ukridge's actions and makes secret visits to hear her sing.

• X: I Enlist the Services of a Minion

  Garnet's longing for Phyllis and his plan to stage a rescue to win over her father reflect romantic pursuit and the obstacles of social class.

• XII: Some Emotions and Yellow Lupin

  Garnet's near-confession to Phyllis, interrupted by Tom Chase, underscores the romantic tension and obstacles in courtship.

• Tea and Tennis

  Garnet's jealousy of Chase's easy rapport with Phyllis and his despair at her leaving the match highlight his romantic insecurity.

• XV: The Arrival of Nemesis

  Garnet's romantic pursuit of Phyllis is jeopardized by the revelation of his scheme, highlighting the trials of courtship.

• XVI: A Chance Meeting

  Garnet's romantic despair over Phyllis and the interference of the professor highlight the theme.

• XVII: Of a Sentimental Nature

  Garnet's heartfelt confession to Phyllis and the tension of their reconciliation dominate the chapter.

• Ukridge Gives Me Advice

  Garnet and Phyllis navigate the challenges of their engagement, while Ukridge recounts his own romantic pursuit.

• Asking Papa

  Garnet's determined but ill-fated attempt to win Professor Derrick's approval for his marriage to Phyllis.

• Scientific Golf

  Garnet's ruthless golf strategy is directly motivated by his desire to win Phyllis's hand, using the match as a means to punish her father and prove his worth.