Babbitt
Chapter 20
by Sinclair Lewis
Concerned for his friend's well-being, George waits for Riesling at his hotel room only to find out that things are not as they seem.
Concerned for his friend's well-being, George waits for Riesling at his hotel room only to find out that things are not as they seem.
Two family patriarchs pass away without full reconciliation. Amelia's newfound wealth brings a new set of "friends".
The Chancellor signs an agreement with my Lady who has given herself the title of Vice Wardeness.
Captain Breaker discusses a mission with Christy, which he is the most perfectly suited to complete.
A Presbyterian minister gives an authentic account to Jack the narrator.
The narrator spots Lady Muriel seated on a bench. She explains about her engagement to her cousin Eric and how it ended.
A potential tragedy is averted by the lifesaving heroism of James Howard.
Merrylegs and Black Beauty are taken to their new home in Earlshall Park, where they are introduced to Mr. York. John Manley says his final farewell to the pair. Gradually, Black Beauty and Merrylegs are reintroduced to the check rein.
Weena and the Time Traveller journey into the Palace of Green Porcelain.
Donatello and Kenyon continue on their journey and comment on their natural surroundings.
Albert and the Count of Monte Cristo meet for a duel.
The Ghost continues hunting seals as the weather and seas grow increasingly rough. Hump's admiration and affection for Maud continues to grow, even as he becomes increasingly aware of Captain Larsen's growing lust towards the young woman.
Mulford and Rose discover their location. Captain Spike meets with Don Wan. There is a tornado. Mulford feels trapped by circumstances.
Walter and the ladies take a vacation to the sea. Walter approaches Marian regarding his intentions towards Laura.
Walter is granted permission to leave. A visit is paid to Todd's Corner, where news of the woman in white is scarce. Concerns about Laura's groom-to-be continue to mount.
While in hiding, Pip is told of Compeyson's return.
The boys journey by canoe. Concerns are raised when they find evidence of others pursuing the tribe, evidence that leads them to fear there are enemies nearby.
The girls find themselves trapped by the alligators, with no sign of Tom to come to their aid. It seems they may have another way out, but it proves to be of equal danger.
Walter pays a largely unsuccessful visit to the lawyer. He is followed, but manages to avoid further detection. A letter arrives for Marian. Walter plans to go to Blackwater.
Captain Nemo discusses his many experiments with Aronnax. As the Nautilus approaches the shore, Captain Nemo becomes overwhelmed with anger.
The chapter continues its description of Catherine and introduces her mother, Mrs. Allen, and offcer Catherine’s first impressions of Bath.
Sherlock Holmes is faced with the Boscombe Valley Tragedy, in which a man is murdered and is son is accused of the crime.
Ginger tells more of her life's story to Black Beauty.
Elizabeth describes her interactions with new freedmen and freedwomen in the White House. Mrs. Lincoln's debts continue to grow.
David, now fifteen, is once again frightened by his grandfather's strange behavior.