Chapter 16-18 Summary - David Copperfield

TLDRIn chapters 16-18 of David Copperfield, David begins his new school and meets Dr. Strong and his wife Annie. He works hard and becomes friends with Agnes Wickfield. Jack Maldon leaves for India, and David receives a letter from Mr. Micawber in which he reveals his impending debtors prison. David reflects on his school days and his crush on Miss Larkins.

Key insights

🏫David starts his new school and meets Dr. Strong and his wife Annie.

📘David works hard at school and becomes friends with Agnes Wickfield.

✈️Jack Maldon leaves for India, leaving Annie behind.

💰Mr. Micawber reveals his impending debtors prison in a letter to David.

💭David reflects on his school days and his unrequited love for Miss Larkins.

Q&A

Who does David meet at his new school?

David meets Dr. Strong and his wife Annie at his new school.

Who does David become friends with at school?

David becomes friends with Agnes Wickfield at school.

What happens to Jack Maldon?

Jack Maldon leaves for India, leaving Annie behind.

What does Mr. Micawber reveal in his letter to David?

Mr. Micawber reveals his impending debtors prison in his letter to David.

Who is Miss Larkins?

Miss Larkins is a woman whom David had a crush on, but he learns that she is going to marry someone else.

Timestamped Summary

00:01Chapter 16 starts with David starting his new school and meeting Dr. Strong and his wife Annie.

01:18In chapter 17, Jack Maldon leaves for India, and David receives a letter from Mr. Micawber about his impending debtors prison.

02:32Chapter 18 is a reflection on David's school days and his unrequited love for Miss Larkins.