The War of the Worlds
Book One—The Coming of the Martians, Chapter 10: In the Storm
by H.G. Wells
The narrator keeps his promise to the innkeeper. A third tripod makes its appearance.
The narrator keeps his promise to the innkeeper. A third tripod makes its appearance.
Several people come to the store to find it closed. When the Judge’s horse remains in front of the house, people begin to suspect that something’s wrong. Phoebe returns to the house and walks inside.
George prepares to leave Winesburg.
Toad, now in jail, escapes with the help a sympathetic party.
The girls chase the boat up the stream, trying to formulate a plan to stop whatever creature is towing it along. They are happy to finally spot a boy on a craft in the river, whom they appeal to for assistance.
The boys arrive in Florida, after an uneventful trip, and prepare the boat for their journey south. Will reflects on past adventures as they all wonder at what adventures they will find. Things seem to be going well, until they hit a snag.
While running an errand for Mr. Brownlow, Oliver runs into Nancy and Bill Sikes.
After the death of David's mother, Mr. and Miss Murdstone make their intentions towards David clear. Miss Peggotty and Mr. Barkis marry.
Mr. Creakle gives a warning to David. David meets some of the other boys at the school.
A late night visit from Erik, causes rumors to spread about Carol. While discussing the current situation in Gopher Prairie, Vida discloses her prior relationship with Will to Carol. Carol's discomfort continues to grow.
Miss Rose, surprised by the age of the would be burglar, begs Mrs. Maylie not to send the boy to prison. Summoned by Brittles, police officers from London arrive to sort things out.
Mr. Wickfield and Agnes visit the Strongs. David's encounter with Uriah leaves him feeling morally inferior.
Hilda makes a pilgrimage and ponders Catholicism.
A badger kills a farmer’s wife, and the farmer asks a rabbit to get revenge for him.
Anne invites Diana to tea. An innocent mistake leads to a harsh sentence.
Squinty manages to escape the farm and the dog. He steals some potatoes, takes a bath, and winds up lost.
After much anticipation, the aliens finally emerge from the craft.
Raskolnikov's ponders Dunya's decision as he travels to the home of a friend.
After being rejected, the monster seeks revenge on all human beings. He explains the circumstances of William’s murder and Justine’s conviction to Victor and then implores him to make another creature to be his mate.
Rosalie decides to take on a new conquest, but Agnes Grey feels somewhat less anxiety about the result.
Mrs. Westmacott recounts the story to the Doctor and the Admiral after giving the Admiral his pension papers back. She spent the money that she was going to give to her brother on the Admiral’s papers. Her brother returned to her and was the one who struck her on the head. Harold is able to clear his name, the Admiral does not have to return to sea or move from his villa, both couples get married, and all live a full and happy life.
The miller’s wedding was to be a big event, therefore he invited men and animals alike. Various animals go on their way to the wedding until a young boy warns them of the cruelty of man. Those that don’t heed his advice never return from the wedding and remain the servants of man.
Carol is befriended by Maud Dyer, who proceeds to ridicule Nat Hick's assistant tailor, Erik Valborg.
The narrator tells Bruno a story. Bruno then tells the narrator his story.