The Invisible Man
Chapter 20
by H.G. Wells
Griffin recalls the events leading up to his invisibility. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
Griffin recalls the events leading up to his invisibility. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
Mr. and Mrs. Bumble meet with Monks.
Lucie is reunited with her father.
The children agree to let Dickon’s mother (Mrs. Sowerby) in on the secret of the garden. They tell her of their large appetites and she sends them food. Mary and Colin find it difficult to maintain their charade.
David admits his feelings for Dora to Miss Betsey, who reacts unexpectedly to the news. David attempts to recoup some money for Miss Betsey. Agnes informs David of her own family's situation.
Jurgis learns of the "Beef Trust". A harsh winter falls on the city, once again taking a toll on Jurgis and his family. Jurgis misses work after spraining his ankle.
Sara is startled into realizing that she looks like the poor children she had seen in her better days.
Amelia visits the Osbourne home. Old Osbourne makes an offer George can't refuse.
Dantes returns to Marseilles after aquiring a new yacht and all of the Spada treasures.
Holmes arrives at Watson’s home after escaping three murder attempts and a threat from his nemesis Moriarty. Holmes is determined to bring Moriarty to terms in order to uphold justice and make his career.
Oliver, delirious and alone, seeks assistance after the failed robbery. Brittles is sent to fetch a doctor as well as the authorities.
The Count of Monte Cristo leaves Paris with Maximilian, and then he visits his old house where Mercedes now lives.
Becky's ambition is finally realized. Becky receives assistance from Lord Steyne.
Claude Frollo watches Esmeralda's performance, wishing to know the identity of her assistant. Having recognized Gringoire, Claude Frollo chastises him about his current occupation. Gringoire informs Claude Frollo of his wife and the strange events which lead to his nuptials.
Mr. Sapsea asks for Jaspers "opinion as a man of taste".
Captain Nemo discusses his many experiments with Aronnax. As the Nautilus approaches the shore, Captain Nemo becomes overwhelmed with anger.
The author explains the cause of motion.
Mr. Brooke pays a visit to the Marches to make a request of Meg.
The narrator describes his early life at home with his mother.
The exhausted sled team arrives at Skaguay, where they meet their new owners.
A biography of Rene Descartes.
Maximilian visit Valentine at her house secretly.
Carol and Will travel to Gopher Prairie by train, following their marriage. Carol observes the other passengers as the travels, feeling that she could help improve their lives. After great anticipation, Carol arrives in Gopher Prairie.
Becky attempts to make a good impression, hoping to benefit from the visit.
Newland discovers that Ellen intends to stay in New York. May informs Newland of a new, unexpected friendship.