# XIII explained — The Outlaw of Torn

> Chapter companion for The Outlaw of Torn by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

## What happens

Norman of Torn awakens imprisoned in a tower room, recalls Joan de Tany's loyalty, discovers a golden hair ornament, and witnesses Joan being mistreated by a nobleman. He overpowers a guard, escapes with Joan through the castle crypt, and struggles with his feelings for her while haunted by thoughts of Bertrade de Montfort.

## Themes in this chapter

### Love and Sacrifice

Joan de Tany's devotion and Norman's internal conflict between his feelings for Joan and Bertrade.

### Honor and Chivalry

Norman's chivalric restraint and respect for Joan despite her evident love.

## Character check-ins

### Norman of Torn

Imprisoned in a tower room, recovers from a blow to the head, escapes with Joan de Tany.

### Joan de Tany

Seen being roughly handled by a nobleman; later helps Norman escape through the crypt.

### Mary de Stutevill

Mentioned as possibly having escaped; not present with Joan during the fight.

### Bertrade de Montfort

Haunts Norman's thoughts as he struggles with his feelings for Joan.

## Key lines

> Such a look would nerve a jackal to attack a drove of lions, thought the outlaw.

Norman thought that Joan's look of faith could embolden even a coward to face great danger.

_Reflects Norman's admiration for Joan's trust._

> You will never lose the friendship of Joan de Tany. You have won her respect and—and—undying gratitude.

Joan assures Norman of her lasting friendship and hints at deeper feelings.

_Joan's struggle to express her love._

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