Aglaya's Jealousy and Pride

Aglaya's jealousy of Nastasya and her pride that leads to her downfall.

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Early Interest

Early Interest The Poor Knight Aglaya is attracted to Myshkin but hides it behind mockery. She is proud. The Letter She receives Myshkin's letter and keeps it.

Jealousy

Jealousy Nastasya's Letters Aglaya receives letters from Nastasya, which fuel her jealousy. She decides to confront her. The Meeting She insults Nastasya, but Myshkin's pity for Nastasya wounds her pride.

Aftermath

Aftermath Breakdown Aglaya falls ill and later marries a Polish count out of spite. Her pride leads to an unhappy marriage. Estrangement She becomes estranged from her family.

early in the novel

during the summer

after the confrontation