The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 72: Madame de Saint-Meran
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Monsieur de Saint-Meran fell ill and died. Madame de Saint-Meran visits the house of Villefort to inform them of her husband's death.
Monsieur de Saint-Meran fell ill and died. Madame de Saint-Meran visits the house of Villefort to inform them of her husband's death.
Jurgis and Ona finally marry. Ona and Elzbiata are constantly sick, while Antanas develops a cough and open sores from work. The harsh winter in Packingtown intensifies the hardships of the family.
Jack, Mulford, and Rose make plans. Rose is frustrated by her aunt's ignorance. The boat faces danger.
George appointment as an official delegate comes with newfound sense respect.
Becky continues to the people of Vanity Fair with her charm, but many question the source of her wealth. Rawdon's debts catch up with him.
"Darling, my darling, my heart is on the wing,"
Introduction by James McCune Smith.
As Quasimoto awaits punishment, two Parisian women and a country woman compare the pillories of Paris and Reims before stopping to see a performance by Esmeralda. The country woman tells the story of Paquette-la-Chanterfleurie and her child. The women pay a tribute to the recluse.
Porcelain and Pink is a short story, by F. Scott Fitzgerald, about the mistaken identity of a woman in the bath-tub.
Phoebe is mesmerized by the story and tells Holgrave that she must return home for a short time. Holgrave tells Phoebe his feelings about Hepzibah and Clifford and that he senses trouble. Phoebe leaves.
Becky's refusal is explained. Sir Pitt's discovery sends him into a rage.
The author discusses the different presentations of wealth in European and American culture, focusing on the concept of "a well furnished apartment".
The "Mender of Roads" tells the story of the Marquis' assassin to Monsieur Defarge.
Mulford makes certain the ladies are safe, but the boat is lost. The group faces thirst and hunger.
Having been orphaned at childbirth, young Oliver is left in the care of Mrs. Mann. Mr. Bumble arrives to take Oliver to slightly more hospitable surroundings. After losing a bet, Oliver makes an unusual request.
The remaining crew considers Parker's suggestion, eventually drawing lots to make the fateful decision.
Mr. Wickfield and Agnes visit the Strongs. David's encounter with Uriah leaves him feeling morally inferior.
The emperor of Lilliput, attended by several of the nobility, comes to see the author in his confinement. The emperor’s person and habit described. Learned men appointed to teach the author their language. He gains favour by his mild disposition. His pockets are searched, and his sword and pistols taken from him.
Pip becomes acquainted with Biddy. Pip is to be sent to the home of Miss Havisham to play.
Jo runs into Laurie and the two trade secrets.
The Count of Monte Cristo speaks to Madame Villefort about poisons and chemistry.
The author describes the symptoms that have appeared in and on the cows and how he treated them.
Major Cavalcanti visits the house of the Count of Monte Cristo.
Du Bois tells the story of Alexander Crummell.