# XI: The Wedding explained — The Young Visiters

> Chapter companion for The Young Visiters by Daisy Ashford.

## What happens

Ethel and Bernard are married at the Abbey with the Earl of Clincham giving Ethel away and Mr. Salteena watching bitterly. After the ceremony, a reception is held at the Gaierty, where speeches are made and refreshments enjoyed. The newlyweds depart for their honeymoon in Egypt.

## Themes in this chapter

### Love and Marriage

The chapter centers on the wedding of Ethel and Bernard, celebrating their union and the societal rituals of marriage.

### Social Class and Aspiration

The Earl of Clincham's prominent role and the lavish setting underscore the class dynamics and aspirations of the characters.

## Character check-ins

### Ethel Monticue

Marries Bernard Clark at the Abbey, then changes into a pink velvet dress for the reception before departing for Egypt.

### Bernard Clark

Marries Ethel, gives a speech at the reception, and leaves for the honeymoon in Egypt.

### Earl of Clincham

Gives Ethel away at the wedding and delivers a fine speech at the reception.

### Mr. Salteena

Sits in the front row looking bitterly sad, cries during the sermon, and throws a tennis shoe at the departing couple.

## Key lines

> The Abbey was indeed thronged next day when Ethel and Bernard cantered up in a very fine carrage drawn by two prancing steeds who foamed a good deal.

The next day, the Abbey was crowded as Ethel and Bernard arrived in a splendid carriage pulled by two spirited horses.

_Describes the grand entrance of the wedding party._

> Beside him sat Mr. Salteena all in black and looking bitterly sad and he ground his teeth as Ethel came marching up.

Mr. Salteena, dressed in black, sat beside the Earl, looking deeply unhappy and clenching his jaw as Ethel walked down the aisle.

_Highlights Mr. Salteena's emotional distress at the wedding._

> I expect we shall be as happy as a lark and I hope you will all be ditto some day.

I believe we will be very happy, and I hope you all will be likewise someday.

_Bernard's optimistic speech at the reception._

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