In which David tells his story and Betsey Trotwood arranges a momentous interview.

In which David revisits his childhood haunts and Steerforth buys a boat.

In which David chooses a profession but ignores a warning.

In which Betsey Trotwood faces trouble and David finds that one profession is not enough.

In which the Copperfields entertain and something turns up at last for Mr. Micawber.

In which David is angered by false humility and surprised by Betsey Trotwood's revelations.

In which Mr. Micawber exposes a series of crimes and David suffers a grievous loss.

In which David embarks on a long journey and a blind beggar shows him the way.