Insights into Book III Chapters 3, 4, and 5

Insights into Book IIIChapters 3, 4, and 5

Insights into Book IIIChapter 3: “The Shadow”

The title of the chapter (“The Shadow”) is going to be extremely important. Pay attention to any detail of diction that deals with the concept of a shadow—and make sure you understand (by the end of the chapter) who, metaphorically, is the “shadow.”

In the middle of page 270, a visitor appears to Mr. Lorry. You know this visitor well by this time—and this visitor brings a message to Mr. Lorry from Dr. Manette.

Part of Defarge’s message to Mr. Lorry requires that Mr. Lorry take Defarge (and his wife) to see Lucie and little Lucie (and where they live). Later on, the fact that they know where she lives will be extremely important.

At the bottom of 271 and spilling over to 272, we see the juxtaposition of contrasts of Lucie Manette (in all of her perfect goodness) with the dark malevolence of Madame Defarge. Pay attention to these opposites.

“The lady in question” on page 272 is (of course) Miss Pross. Pay attention to the fact that has a “rooted conviction that she was more than a match for any foreigner.” (This is a bit of foreshadowing.)

Be sure you’re marking in black on page 272 all characterization you see of Madame Defarge (and the imagery of the shadow).

On page 274, please mark the response that Mr. Lorry gives to Lucie about the shadow that she fears Madame Defarge has thrown on her and her hopes. Mr. Lorry responds with, “A shadow indeed! No substance in it.”

Once you’ve marked that, turn over to page 323 and note the title of that chapter. Unfortunately, Mr. Lorry is wrong: This shadow has MUCH substance to it. So Mr. Lorry’s comment is definitely ironic.

Insights into Book IIIChapter 4: “Calm in Storm”

Make sure you can explain (after reading Chapter 4) who is the “calm in the storm” of these vicious revolutionaries.

(Remember what you’ve learned about Dickens’ titles and the first few words of the chapter.)

On pages 274 and 275, we see Dickens do something syntactically that we’ve seen him do before (on pages 66 and 67 in Charles’ trial at the Old Bailey).

Dickens uses ellipsis by beginning the second sentence—and he continues the ellipsis throughout the paragraph. The “that” is understood to be preceded by what’s in the first sentence: “the Doctor communicated THAT.”

Notice the irony Dickens uses at the bottom of page 275 when he calls the revolutionaries “Samaritans.” (These revolutionaries are anything BUT good Samaritans.)

On page 276, “the old danger” which worries Mr. Lorry is, of course, Dr. Manette’s insanity.

Dr. Manette puts his real occupation to use in his time while he and his family are living in Paris. (Make sure you know what he does, and that he does it in the three prisons—which include the one in which Charles is imprisoned.)

Notice the asyndeton that is utilized in the first sentence at the bottom of page 277.

By page 278, we see King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette beheaded. (See below for the famous painting of this execution—and the parading of Louis’ head in front of the crowd.)

Notice the imagery of “the sharp female” that begins on 278 and carries over onto page 279.

Pay attention to La Guillotine jokes (“jests”) that are told on page 278.

Notice also that the narrator alludes to La Guillotine (instead of the Cross) being the image of worship.

At the very bottom of page 278, pay attention to “the name of the strong man of Old Scripture.”

Those of you who know your Old Testament (which is the aforementioned “Old Scripture”) will remember that the “strong man” in the Old Testament is Samson. This just happens to be the name of the chief executioner who operates La Guillotine.)

In the last paragraph of chapter 4, be sure you note amount of time that passes as the Doctor attempts to free Charles from La Force.

Be sure also to note the allusion to the title of Book the First in the last sentence of that chapter.

Insights into Book IIIChapter 5: “The Wood-Sawyer”

The title of this chapter (“The Wood-Sawyer”) is important. The wood-sawyer (who is a cutter of wood) is someone whom you’ve met before—but under a different occupation. Be on the lookout for clues to his identity.

Just as a reminder of time setting, Dickens begins Chapter 5 with the amount of time Charles has been imprisoned in La Force.

In the fourth line of this chapter, we see the word “tumbrils.”

We first see the use of these farm carts for this dreadful purpose foreshadowed on page in Book I, chapter 1. Remember that “the Farmer, Death” (4) had set them apart for his malevolent use.

Note at the bottom of page 279 and the top of 280 how the author alludes to his use of the wine analogy in Book 1, chapter 5 (“The Wine-Shop”).

Dickens’ idealistic portrayal of Lucie continues as she makes a new home for herself, her daughter, her father, and Miss Pross in Paris.

On page 281, Dr. Manette devises a way for Lucie to be seen by Charles. Pay attention to where this place is—and how often she goes there.

In addition, pay attention to the only house in this place: the house of “a cutter of wood” (281).

Also on page 281, make sure you mark the sentence that allows you to connect with the wood-sawyer’s previous occupation.

Page 283 brings us the Carmagnole (which was foreshadowed on page 29). The following slides explain the dance, give you the lyrics to the song, and provide a link for you to hear the actual song.

The Carmagnole

http://chnm.gmu.edu/revolution/d/624/

(Link to mp3 of “Carmagnole”)

http://republique.genstab.ru/musique/carm.mp3

http://www.chnm.gmu.edu/revolution/d/624/

Verse One

Madame Veto has promisedMadame Veto has promisedto cut everyone's throat in Paristo cut everyone's throat in ParisBut she failed to do this,thanks to our cannons.

Refrain

Let us dance the Carmagnole.Long live the sound.Long live the sound.Let us dance the Carmagnole.Long live the sound of the cannons.

Verse Two

Mr. Veto had promised (repeat)To be loyal to his country; (repeat)But he failed to be,Let's not do quarters.

Refrain


Verse Three

Antoinette had decided (repeat)to drop us on our asses; (repeat)But the plan was foiledand she fell on her face.

Refrain


Verse Four

Her husband, believing himself a conqueror, (repeat)Knowing little our value, (repeat)Go, Louis, big crybaby.

Refrain


Verse Five

The Swiss had promised (repeat)that they would fire our friends; (repeat)but how they have jumped!how they have all danced!

Refrain


Verse Six

When Antoinette sees the tower, (repeat)she wishes to make a half turn. (repeat)She is sick at heartto see herself without honor.

Refrain


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