Behind the Scenes
Chapter 7: Washington in 1862-1863
by Elizabeth Keckley
As the Civil War continues to escalate, the members of the Lincoln family begin to feel the strain of the conflict. Willie's death continues to affect Mrs. Lincoln.
As the Civil War continues to escalate, the members of the Lincoln family begin to feel the strain of the conflict. Willie's death continues to affect Mrs. Lincoln.
The plague is sweeping the countryside, so a prince takes many friends into his castle to save them. They live grandly and have a masked ball, but Death comes to the ball and kills everyone anyway.
Mr. March arrives just in time for Christmas Day.
In this chapter, Austen writes a gentle satire on the manners of the upper class.
The duke and the dauphin are exposed as frauds. The gold is discovered when the deceased Wilks is exhumed. Huck escapes back to the raft, where he is once again joined by the duke and the dauphin.
Newland decides he must protect Ellen from herself. Newland meets with Letterblair to discuss the Countess' affairs.
Raskolnikov visits his mother, who is overjoyed to see him but taken aback by his behavior. Upon returning to his apartment, Raskolnikov encounters Dunya.
The Count of Monte Cristo leaves Paris with Maximilian, and then he visits his old house where Mercedes now lives.
Issues are confronted as the foursome is once again reunited at Eliot's Pulpit.
The enemy charges Henry's regiment. Henry feels confident in his performance as the enemy retreats.
Pip continues to become acquainted with the Wemmick's, Pockets', and Jaggers.
Nancy overhears a conversation between Monks and Fagin, prompting her to pay a visit to Mrs. Maylie.
Jurgis becomes a scab, undermining a union strike. Jurgis' financial prosperity ends after he assaults Connor a second time. Jurgis is promptly beaten and arrested for the third time.
Judge Jaffrey Pyncheon passes by the little store. Hepzibah is also visited by Uncle Venner who gives her advise on shopkeeping. At the end of the day, Phoebe arrives unaware that the letter she sent in advance never arrived. Hepzibah tells her she can only stay one night because she might disturb Clifford.
Mein Herr begins to sing and Tottles replies (and he means every word).
Maximilian Morrel visits his love, Valentine, the daughter of Monsieur Villefort.
William manages to get by on his small salary and some savings. His brother continues to treat him coldly, even when he attends a party at his home. William speaks with Mr. Hunsden.
An introduction to the history, landmarks, and natural life of Fernandina.
Jurgis and his family continue to witness corruption in their respective jobs. Jurgis decides to drink rather than deal with his problems. Ona's health continues to decline.
Phoebe and Holgrave bring the once dead garden back to life. She and Clifford often stroll the gardens to lift his spirits. Hepzibah begins arranging sunday afternoon lunches with Phoebe, Clifford, Holgrave, and Uncle Venner. For once, Clifford seems animated.
A fairy tale in which an ugly duckling turns into a swan.
George's fantasies continue to negatively affect his home life, as he considers more drastic measures to ease his restless mind.
Fairlie and Louis provide an account of Fanny's arrival, the Count's visit, and the letter sent to Laura.
Lanyon’s letter about what he saw before his death. (Longmans, Green and co., 1886)
Tom and Becky continue to explore.