The Iliad
Book 20: The Battle of the Gods, and the Acts of Achilles
by Homer
News of Achilles entrance into the field of battle prompts Zeus to remove his injunction.
News of Achilles entrance into the field of battle prompts Zeus to remove his injunction.
The narrator discusses Katerina's spending of the money given to her by Raskolnikov. Katerina, whose health appears to be failing, treats her guests rudely.
After going to "work" with Charley and Jack, Oliver starts to understand the true nature of Fagin's dealings. Oliver finds himself the victim of false accusations.
The bandaged stranger visits The "Coach and Horses" in Iping. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
Passepartout questions Detective Fix's motivation after discovering him on the Rangoon. An oblivious Phileas continues to spend time with Aouda. The Rangoon enters high seas.
The entire group arrives at the Emerald City and, after dinner, talk with Ozma about the tunnel. They watch (from the Magic Picture) the Nome King’s plans to attack at midnight. They discuss what their own plan will be. Ozma tells Dorothy about the Forbidden Fountain. The Scarecrow thinks up a plan.
Phileas and Passepartout are detained upon arrival in Calcutta, but quickly depart to Hong Kong after posting bond, much to detective Fix's disappointment.
Gluck’s two evil brothers decide to become blacksmiths after the Southwest Wind prevents rain from touching the farmland. Gluck is forced to melt down his gold mug which is the King of the Golden River. He offers Gluck advice on how to turn the river to pure gold with holy water and warns him of the consequences should he add unholy water.
The author discusses the benefits and drawbacks of choosing art as a vocation.
The men spy a small house on the shore. They cannot understand why no one on land has seen them or will help them. They aren’t aware that the area is deserted.
The author describes his journey to Spaceland.
The Go Ahead Boys are on a motor boat and decide to race a yacht.
Amy's luncheon with her art class goes badly.
Mr. Sedley gets his house in order. Jos makes a promise to his father and Amelia. Dobbin makes a declaration to Amelia, but is disappointed with her reaction.
Jim tries to paddle back to the Hispaniola in order to take it over. When he sees that his small boat has been destroyed, Jim realizes that he cannot escape.
The Elmers talk to a superstitious captain. He talks about the death of a captain.
Synder talks about the poor whites in the South.
Poseidon continues to encourage Agamemnon and the Achaean army. Hera devises a plan to further assist the battered Achaeans.
While working in the White House, Elizabeth overhears the private conversations of the President and Mrs. Lincoln.
In the streets of Verona, Tybalt and Mercutio's tempers get the best of them as Romeo attempts to keep the peace. A tragedy results in the exile of a member of the Montague family.
Lord Henry investigates Dorian’s background and shows of his clever talk at lunch.
The boys meet George, who is hiding in the swamp because of his reputation in the town. They are kind to him, sharing their food and showing unexpected generosity. They prepare for sleep, but determine that someone should keep watch during the night. They take turns, and on the second shift of the evening the watch seems to pay off.
A dinner-party is held at Mr. Peck's house. Sam shares stories from his past.
The author sets out on his third voyage. Is taken by pirates. The malice of a Dutchman. His arrival at an island. He is received into Laputa.
Sumner tells Lieutenant Carey and his mother about Quorum and Worth.