The Marble Faun
Chapter XXXVII: “The Emptiness of Picture-Galleries”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Hilda wanders through a picture gallery and feels the weariness and lonliness that accompanies it.
Hilda wanders through a picture gallery and feels the weariness and lonliness that accompanies it.
Amelia continues to feel a sense of obligation and duty, devoting her life to her father. Major Dobbin heads home and runs into an old friend on the way. Upon the receipt of good news, Dobbin's spirit is lifted.
George is concerned with Ted's choices and interests, which are contrary to his own. An incident at Ted's party causes tension between the Babbitt's and Littlefield's. A visit from family only increases George's irritation with matters at home.
Following the service, the Dean and Mr. Crisparkle discuss the current state of Mr. Jasper's health. Edwin Drood pays a visit to his uncle to discuss his impending nuptials with Rosa Bud.
Carton visits Darnay before his execution.
Becky's life after Rawdon is told to the reader.
Madame de Saint-Meran falls ill and dies, the doctor treating her suspects foul play.
Miss Pross has one last encounter with Madame Defarge as she and Cruncher prepare to leave the city.
Mrs. Chester's fair allows the girls to show off their individual talents. Aunt Carrol's decision leaves Jo dissapointed.
Holmes and Watson find more clues as to the kidnapping of a prep school student. When the clues point to James Wilder, Holmes and Watson stop at nothing to catch him.
Rawdon is saddened by his son's departure, Becky however is unaffected. Lord Steyne's suspicions lead him to question Briggs.
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.
With his newfound liberty in jeopardy, Mr. Douglass departs for Great Britain.
After receiving a visit from his nephew, Charles Darnay, the Marquis receives a painful message.
Bute mourns his loss. Mrs. Bute catches Miss Horrocks in the act. Sir Pitt's health takes a downturn forcing young Pitt to make a decision.
Porfiry, although having extracted a murder confession from the painter, tells Raskolnikov who he believes really committed the crimes.
Mr. Asbury is a businessman who successfully works his way up from a barbershop owner to a lawyer. Upon his success, Mr. Bingo conspires against him to make Mr. Asbury the scapegoat for his crimes.
Clotel has some assistance escaping her current home.
Thoreau explores the moral complexities of hunting.
Du Bois discusses Albany, the heart of the Black Belt of the South.
Dorian wakes from peaceful sleep and is confronted by what actions to take after last night’s events. He contacts Alan Campbell to help him conceal what has happened.
The Narrator reflects on his first day of school and understands the difference between the races and what they think of each other.
The men go to the theatre, but Sibyl’s performance does not live up to Dorian’s expectations. Dorian is cruel to Sibyl, but only realizes it later.
Elizabeth reminisces about Mrs. Anne Garland and her family.
The circumstances of Ethan's marriage to Zeena are explained. With Zeena gone for the evening, Mattie prepares dinner for herself and Ethan.