Lolita's Infatuation with Quilty
LolitaTraces Lolita's romantic and sexual attraction to Clare Quilty.
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Bearing strength in each event
decreasing
Bearing strength in each eventdecreasingThe First Encounter
The Meeting
The Play
Lolita meets Quilty during rehearsals for his play. He is charming and famous.
The Attraction
She is drawn to his sophistication and his interest in her. He treats her as an equal.
The Secret Affair
They begin a relationship, meeting in secret. Lolita feels she has found a kindred spirit.
The Escape
The Rescue
The Hospital
Quilty poses as her uncle and takes her from the hospital. She goes willingly.
The Ranch
They go to Duk Duk Ranch, where she hopes for a glamorous life. Instead, she finds debauchery.
The Disillusionment
She refuses to participate in orgies, and Quilty kicks her out. Her love turns to disappointment.
The Lingering Affection
The Confession
The Conversation
Lolita tells Humbert that Quilty was the only man she was ever crazy about. She still speaks of him with a mix of affection and regret.
The Comparison
She contrasts Quilty with Humbert, implying that Quilty was more exciting.
The Closure
She has moved on, but Quilty remains a significant figure in her emotional history.
Spring 1949, in Beardsley
July 1948, at Elphinstone
September 1952, in Coalmont
