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Wentworth's Gallantry to Mrs. Musgrove from "Persuasion". Wentworth shows unexpected kindness to Mrs. Musgrove, sitting beside her and listening sympathetically to her talk of her dead son.

During the dinner party

Wentworth's Gallantry to Mrs. Musgrove

Wentworth shows unexpected kindness to Mrs. Musgrove, sitting beside her and listening sympathetically to her talk of her dead son. Anne is struck by his compassion, though she also notes the absurdity of Mrs. Musgrove's large frame and sentimental grief.