Love and Marriage

Where it surfaces

• Chapter XI

  The chapter centers on the engaged couple Susan and Arthur, whose embrace prompts Rachel and Hewet to reflect on love's transformative and pathetic nature.

• XIV

  Evelyn's romantic confusion and Susan's belief in marriage as the universal solution highlight the central role of marriage in characters' lives.

• XV

  Helen and Hirst discuss marriage and happiness; Ridley warns Helen about young men's motives regarding Rachel, linking romance to social expectations.

• Chapter XVII

  Rachel's intense, unnamed feelings for Terence Hewet dominate her thoughts and actions. The chapter explores the early, confusing stages of romantic love, contrasting Rachel's inexperience with conventional courtship.

• XVIII

  Hewet's internal debate contrasts the ideal of free love with the perceived compromises and constraints of marriage, as seen in the couples at the hotel.

• XIX

  Evelyn's chaotic proposal situation and Rachel's emotional turmoil reflect the complexities and pressures of romantic relationships and marriage.

• XXII

  The chapter centers on Rachel and Terence's engagement, exploring their private world, their plans for children and education, and the transformation of their relationship.

• XXIII

  The chapter centers on the engagement of Rachel and Terence, with Helen reflecting on their future and St. John grappling with his feelings about their love.

• Chapter XXIV

  Rachel and Terence's engagement is portrayed as a source of peace and independence, contrasting with Evelyn's skepticism about domestic life.

• Chapter XXVI

  Evelyn's indecision about Mr. Perrott's proposal and her desire to avoid finality reflect the complexities of love and marriage in the face of societal expectations.