Chapter 34-36 of Oliver Twist: Love and Ambition

TLDRIn Chapter 34-36 of Oliver Twist, Harry Maylie and Mrs. Maylie discuss Harry's love for Rose and the potential consequences of their marriage. Oliver has a menacing dream about Fagin and Monks. The household is alarmed when Oliver sees Monks outside the window. Harry proposes to Rose, but she turns him down due to her humble origins. Oliver enjoys breakfast with Mr. Losberne and Harry before they leave.

Key insights

💔Mrs. Maylie warns Harry about the potential stigma of marrying Rose and how it might affect his ambitions.

💍Harry reassures Mrs. Maylie that his love for Rose is unwavering and that he will propose to her again in a year's time.

🛌Oliver has a disturbing dream about Fagin and Monks, which leaves him shocked and frightened.

🔍Oliver sees Monks outside the window, and the household is alarmed. A search for Fagin is unsuccessful.

🥀Rose turns down Harry's marriage proposal because she does not want her low beginnings to harm his future prospects but admits her love for him.

Q&A

Why does Mrs. Maylie warn Harry against marrying Rose?

Mrs. Maylie is concerned about the potential stigma surrounding Rose's unknown past and its impact on Harry's ambitions, particularly his political career.

Does Harry still love Rose despite her turning down his proposal?

Yes, Harry's love for Rose remains unwavering, and he plans to propose to her again in a year's time.

What happens to Oliver in his dream about Fagin and Monks?

Oliver sees Fagin and Monks discussing him with a menacing demeanor, which frightens him and leaves him shocked upon waking up.

Why is the household alarmed when Oliver sees Monks outside the window?

The household is alarmed because Monks is known to be associated with Fagin, and his presence raises concerns for Oliver's safety.

Why does Rose turn down Harry's proposal?

Rose turns down Harry's proposal because she fears that her humble origins may damage his prospects in life but admits her love for him.

Timestamped Summary

00:09In Chapter 34, Harry Maylie and Mrs. Maylie discuss the potential consequences of Harry marrying Rose.

00:20Oliver has a menacing dream about Fagin and Monks in Chapter 34.

01:16Oliver sees Monks outside the window with Fagin in Chapter 34.

01:42Rose turns down Harry's marriage proposal in Chapter 35.

01:56Oliver has a disturbing dream about Fagin and Monks in Chapter 36.

02:00Harry Maylie and Mr. Losberne discuss Harry's future career prospects in Chapter 36.

02:12Harry proposes to Rose, but she turns him down in Chapter 36.

02:20Oliver enjoys breakfast with Mr. Losberne and Harry before they leave in Chapter 36.