The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 7
by Jack London
As the Ghost catches speed, propelled by the trade winds, Hump takes in the natural beauty of the ocean. Captain Larsen explains more of his philosophy on life to Hump.
As the Ghost catches speed, propelled by the trade winds, Hump takes in the natural beauty of the ocean. Captain Larsen explains more of his philosophy on life to Hump.
The author discusses an international history of number words.
A young sea-king tells a story.
The Babbitt family assembles for breakfast. The reader is introduced to the Babbitt children, Verona, Ted, and little Tinka.
Kenyon discovers many peculiarities and occurances regarding the family history of the Counts of Monte Beni.
A boy named Jack is able to conquer a number of giants with the help of magic and wit.
Ahab's temper flares.
A story about a wolverine who is not very kind and who does not get punishment for what he does.
Clarence reveals to the Yankee about Guenever’s affair with Launcelot, the war between Arthur and Launcelot, and the temporary rule of Mordred (who placed an interdict of the church placed on Camelot). Launcelot and Mordred killed each other in battle and the Church reversed the entire kingdom and brought it back to the way it was. The Yankee decrees that all of the old institutions of the church will be null. Clarence gathers boys for an army.
Ishmael meets the first mate, Starbuck.
An introduction to the animals on the family’s farm. They are considered part of the family because they are the playmates of the children.
Jim rips free from the mast and swims to the island. He takes cover in the stockade and sees the pirates have taken over. He tries to run but is too late.
Hester and her husband come face to face for the first time when he is called to her prison cell to provide medical assistance.
Silas isolates himself from all companionship, focusing on his work instead.
Jo's refusal to invite Amy has unintended consequences. A near tragedy brings the sisters back together.
Mrs. Chester's fair allows the girls to show off their individual talents. Aunt Carrol's decision leaves Jo dissapointed.
Uncas prepares the Delaware for battle. Gamut arrives with news of Cora’s location. Hawkeye has a plan.
When Betsy and her friends reach the Metal Forest, they discover Queen Ann and her officers capturing Ruggedo. Upon learning about the shift in power, they free the former King and allow him to fill his pockets with gems and leave. Shaggy Man is reunited with his brother, the Ugly One (who wears a mask to hide his ugliness).
Squinty manages to escape the farm and the dog. He steals some potatoes, takes a bath, and winds up lost.
A princess frees a prince trapped by magic in an iron stove, then has to travel far to find him and reclaim him.
Will and Carol attend a part at Sam Clark's house where they are introduced to the young up and comers of Gopher Prairie. Carol finds the conservative opinions of Gopher Prairie's citizens to be contrary to her own.
The author discusses the history and philosophy of counting.
A fox tricks a merchant and steals his fish. He meets all sorts of clever creatures that he must outsmart on his journey back.
Long Arrow returns, excited to show off some of his findings.
For a young woman, sudden popularity follows an invite to a dance.