Chapter 28, Musical Instruments Summary

The Dreamreader and the Librarian have lunch with the Caretaker. After, the Caretaker and the Dreamreader look over the Caretaker's collection of instruments. He selects a concertina and trades some trinkets from the Town for the instrument. After a few more pleasantries, the Dreamreader and the Librarian leave for Town.

Chapter 28, Musical Instruments Analysis

In chapter 28 the Dreamreader finally obtains his long-desired instrument. Although he does not remember how to play anything he does at least remember how to make chords. The Caretaker is apparently unable to distinguish between single notes and well-formed chords.