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Elizabeth Drake to John Munting explained

Elizabeth Drake writes a brief, urgent note to John Munting, expressing confusion and concern over a previous letter.

What happens

Elizabeth Drake writes a brief, urgent note to John Munting, expressing confusion and concern over a previous letter. She questions if the woman in question is mad, and signs off with affection and a request for confidence.

Characters to notice

  • Elizabeth Drake

    Writes a short, alarmed note to John Munting, asking for clarification and expressing concern.

  • John Munting

    The recipient of Elizabeth Drake's letter, which is endorsed on a previous correspondence.

Key passages

  • What on earth is all this about? Is the woman mad?

    Elizabeth is completely baffled by the contents of a prior letter and wonders if its author has lost her sanity.

    Highlights Elizabeth's shock and confusion, prompting her to seek clarification from Munting.