Zuleika Dobson · Chapter
Endnotes explained
The endnotes provide clarifications and contextual annotations for terms and references in the main text, including the pronunciation of 'Tacton' and 'Tavvle-Tacton', the reconstitution of the Junta, a historical anachronism regarding King
What happens
The endnotes provide clarifications and contextual annotations for terms and references in the main text, including the pronunciation of 'Tacton' and 'Tavvle-Tacton', the reconstitution of the Junta, a historical anachronism regarding King George III, and a controversy over a bumping race between Judas and Magdalen resolved by evidence from Mr. E. T. A. Cook.
Themes in this chapter
Tradition vs. Modernity
The reconstitution of the Junta with a broken apostolic line suggests a loss of continuity and tradition.
Fate and Irony
The note about the anachronistic reference to George III introduces an ironic twist regarding historical accuracy.
Characters to notice
- Humphrey Greddon
Referenced in the note about the anachronistic mention of George III.
- The Junta
Mentioned as having been reconstituted, but the apostolic line is broken.
Key passages
“The Junta has been reconstituted. But the apostolic line was broken, the thread was snapped; the old magic is fled.”
The Junta has been re-formed, but its original chain of succession is lost, and its former power is gone.
Highlights the theme of tradition vs. modernity.
“As Edward VII was at this time on the throne, it must have been to George III that Mr. Greddon was referring.”
Since Edward VII was king when this was written, Mr. Greddon's mention of a king must refer to George III.
Clarifies a historical anachronism in the text.