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An Analysis of Chapter 15
Tone
Sombre, Anxious, With A Touch Of Warmth And Familial Love.
Basic Stats
| Intensity | Clarity | Conflict | Resolution | Pacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thrilling - (4) | Crystal-clear - (5) | Explosive - (5) | A little - (2) | Quick - (4) |
Basically...
The March girls lament the monotony of their lives in November, but their world is upended by a telegram announcing their father's grave illness.
In more detail...
In the midst of a dispiriting November, the March sisters each express their discontent in their own way: Margaret (Meg) is pessimistic, Jo wishes for excitement, Beth remains hopeful, and Amy is optimistic about their future financial prospects. As they grapple with the drudgery of their daily routine, an unexpected event occurs. Mrs. March and Laurie enter, bringing with them an air of change. Laurie offers to take some of the girls for a drive to clear his head after studying, while Mrs. March wonders about a letter from their father. Suddenly, a telegram arrives with alarming news: Mr. March is seriously ill, and Mrs. March must go to him in Washington. The family quickly shifts into practical mode, with each girl and their friends rallying to support their mother's journey. In a drastic step to contribute financially, Jo sells her hair, leaving her family shocked but appreciative of her sacrifice. The chapter closes with the family's quiet preparation for Mrs. March's departure, and a sense of profound change settling over the household.
Characters
- Margaret (Meg) March
- About - Meg expresses discontent with their lives and shows reluctance to join Laurie in a spontaneous outing, focusing on domestic duties.
- Personality Traits - Somewhat pessimistic and responsible.
- Physical Characteristics - Pretty, with no specific details in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Jo March - Sister
- Beth March - Sister
- Amy March - Sister
- Mrs. March - Mother
- Jo March
- About - Jo desires excitement, reflects on the constraints of their situation, and makes a dramatic sacrifice by selling her much-loved hair for her father.
- Personality Traits - Frivolous, imaginative, selfless, and determined.
- Physical Characteristics - Tall, tomboyish, with previously long and abundant chestnut hair now cropped short.
- Character Connections
- Meg March - Sister
- Beth March - Sister
- Amy March - Sister
- Mrs. March - Mother
- Beth March
- About - Beth maintains a hopeful outlook, comforts her mother with music, and supports her sisters during the emotional upheaval.
- Personality Traits - Kind, optimistic, comforting, and musically inclined.
- Physical Characteristics - Gentle and timid appearance, with no specific details provided in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Meg March - Sister
- Jo March - Sister
- Amy March - Sister
- Mrs. March - Mother
- Amy March
- About - Amy continues to be industrious by creating her clay models and shows initiative in preparations for their mother's departure.
- Personality Traits - Creative, hopeful, and confidently visionary about their future prospects.
- Physical Characteristics - Youngest sister, portrayed as pretty and artistic, with no specific details in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Meg March - Sister
- Jo March - Sister
- Beth March - Sister
- Mrs. March - Mother
- Mrs. March
- About - Receives the distressing news about her husband's illness calmly and begins making arrangements for an immediate departure to him, showing strength and resourcefulness in crisis.
- Personality Traits - Strong, steady, loving, and practical in a time of crisis.
- Physical Characteristics - Maternal appearance but no specific details given in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Meg March - Daughter
- Jo March - Daughter
- Beth March - Daughter
- Amy March - Daughter
- Laurie
- About - Offers to take the girls out and assists in Mrs. March's preparations, showing deep concern and willing to do anything to help.
- Personality Traits - Thoughtful, generous, and impulsive in his desire to be of service.
- Physical Characteristics - Young, handsome, and charming, with no specific details in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Meg March - Neighbor and friend
- Jo March - Neighbor and close friend
- Beth March - Neighbor and friend
- Amy March - Neighbor and friend
- Mrs. March - Friend of the family
- Hannah
- About - The family's servant, she quickly gets to work preparing for Mrs. March's journey, exemplifying practicality and resilience.
- Personality Traits - Resourceful, pragmatic, and caring.
- Physical Characteristics - No specific details provided in this chapter.
- Character Connections
- Mrs. March - Servant to the family
- Meg March - Known to Meg since childhood
- Jo March - Known to Jo since childhood
- Beth March - Known to Beth since childhood
- Amy March - Known to Amy since childhood
- Mr. Brooke
- About - A tutor to Laurie who comes to offer his services as an escort to Mrs. March on her journey to Washington.
- Personality Traits - Kind, thoughtful, and willing to help.
- Physical Characteristics - Not described in detail, presumably a young or middle-aged man.
- Character Connections
- Laurie - Tutor and friend
- Mrs. March - Acquaintance offering help
- Meg March - Acquaintance, later romantic interest
- Jo March - Acquaintance
- Beth March - Acquaintance
- Amy March - Acquaintance