Now it is clear that “recalled to life” will transform into “recalled to death.” Carton attempts to reenter Lucie’s life, which would “recall [him] to life,” yet there has been foreshadowing that he will take the place of Darnay and endure death, in which case he will be “recalled to [death].” I think that this motif can be looked at both ways: recalling both life and death. Although I predict that Carton will ultimately suffer death, his sacrifice in turn will recall not only Darnay, but also Lucie, to life. Throughout the past few chapters, while Lucie is stuck in an apartment, it is clear that she is suffering from depression because of the separation between her and her husband. Will Carton keep his promise made earlier in the novel and do whatever it takes in order to keep Lucie happy, or will he have a change of heart?
During the chapter, “The Substance of the Shadow,” we witness a flashback of Darnay and Manette’s lives. The Vengeance shares a letter that was found in Manette’s jail cell. This letter describes the story of the Marquis, and evidence against the Evermonde and Charles. The letter also states that Dr. Manette was imprisoned because he knew that everything stated in the letter happened. Through this flashback, and the foreshadowing in these chapters, I am convinced that Carton will come to save the day by laying down his life for a friend.
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