The Brown Fairy Book
The Mermaid and the Boy
by Andrew Lang
A fairy tale in which a king promises a mermaid that he will give her his first born child. The prince that is born spends his life running from the mermaid and does escape her.
A fairy tale in which a king promises a mermaid that he will give her his first born child. The prince that is born spends his life running from the mermaid and does escape her.
A young man no larger than a thumb experiences many great adventures.
Claude Frollo Disguises himself and waits for Jehan and Phoebus to finish drinking. Phoebus and an inebriated Jehan exit the pub. Claude Frollo passes by his drunken brother as he pursues Captain Phoebus eventually confronting him in the street.
Claude Frollo Disguises himself and waits for Jehan and Phoebus to finish drinking. Phoebus and an inebriated Jehan exit the pub. Claude Frollo passes by his drunken brother as he pursues Captain Phoebus eventually confronting him in the street.
The many ways to spend the break following the end of the school term.
A queen wishes her troublesome daughter away.
Charles Westmacott is in the care of his aunt because his parents were killed in the Mutiny. Clara and Charles have been talking and as Clara leaves she sees her sister conversing with Harold Denver. Clara presses Ida to tell her what happened between them, but Ida will not allow herself to be looked after. Clara has placed herself in the role of a mother to Ida and cares for her future.
Henry, realizing that the battle has ended for the time being, reflects on the days experiences and feels proud of his actions.
The history of the family of the Earl of Athlin and the ongoing feud with Malcolm is introduced.
David decides he will use the new situation to his advantage. Dr. Strong agrees to hire David as his secretary. David becomes suspicious of Jack Malden's intentions towards Annie. Mr. Micawber tells David and Tommy of his plans in Canterbury.
A prince and his mother set off into the world after the king’s death. The son is brave and clever, while his mother is a coward. She tricks him to help a robber in order to save her own life. The prince rescues a princess, and in turn is rescued by the princess. They are wed, and would live happily, but curiosity leads them both into trouble once more.The prince must find his way back to the princess and avenge himself against the robber and the wrongs committed by his mother.
The Time Traveller begins to understand the relationship between the Morlocks and the Eloi. With nightfall approaching, the Time Traveller looks for a safe place to rest.
The narrator arrives in Tallahassee in time to hear a political economist speak. The narrator then goes on to describe Tallahassee itself.
Agnes arranges a meeting between her mother and Mr. Weston. She finds out the true meaning behind his visits.
The construction of the Indian canoes is explained. The Lieutenant is unhappy to learn the limitations of their agreement with the Indians.
Donatello and Kenyon wander through the markets in Perugia.
After much discussion, Kenyon unveils his latest statue, Cleopatra, to Miriam.
The men join Capatain Sullendine. Christy uses drinking to his advantage, but avoids it himself.
Marilla gives Anne some pleasant news.
While Edgar nurses Catherine back to health, he discovers that Catherine is pregnant; he wishes for a male heir to prevent Heathcliff and Isabella from inheriting the Grange. Isabella sends Edgar a letter announcing her marriage to Heathcliff.
Noirtier's preparations have helped save Valentine's life.
Mary continues to look for the secret garden. Martha tells her more about it and about its history. The master’s wife used to climb a tree and fell from it one day causing her death. After that, the master locked the garden forever.
Uncle Isaac tells what he knows of Will’s disappearance. Mr. Ford begins to question his decision to send his son to Atlanta. The girls discuss the invitation to a Florida orange grove.
Mrs. Rachel Lynde receives word of a new addition to the Cuthbert home.
Nelly returns to the Grange after she is freed by Zillah to assure Edgar that Cathy is safe. She sends servants to bring Cathy back to the Grange, they come back empty handed. Cathy finally escapes with the help of Linton, and is reunited with Edgar right before he dies.