# From Mr. Pendril to Miss Garth explained — No Name

> Chapter companion for No Name by Wilkie Collins.

## What happens

Mr. Pendril responds to Miss Garth's urgent request, agreeing to send a trustworthy person to Allonby to investigate and promising to relay news promptly. He expresses his sympathy and regards for Miss Vanstone.

## Character check-ins

### Mr. Pendril

Writes a brief letter to Miss Garth, agreeing to her request and sending a trustworthy person to Allonby.

### Miss Garth

Addressed by Mr. Pendril; her urgent request prompts the action.

### Norah Vanstone

Referred to as Miss Vanstone; Mr. Pendril asks Miss Garth to tell her of his sympathy.

## Key lines

> I have only a moment to assure you of the sorrow with which I have read your letter.

I am very sorry to have read your letter, but I have little time to respond.

_Mr. Pendril expresses regret and haste._

> A trustworthy person, whom I have myself instructed, will start for Allonby today, and as soon as I receive any news from him, you shall hear of it by special messenger.

I have sent a reliable person I trained to Allonby today, and I will send you news by special messenger as soon as I hear from him.

_Mr. Pendril outlines his plan to investigate._

> Tell Miss Vanstone this, and pray add the sincere expression of my sympathy and regard.

Please inform Miss Vanstone of this and convey my heartfelt sympathy and respect.

_Mr. Pendril asks Miss Garth to pass on his regards._

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