The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym
Chapter 18
by Edgar Allan Poe
The Jane Guy finally encounters land. The crew embarks inland to explore the island.
The Jane Guy finally encounters land. The crew embarks inland to explore the island.
Robert d'Estouteville heads to court, where Deputy Florian is already holding court. The terribly deaf Deputy Frollo attempts to interrogate Quasimoto, causing much laughter in the courtroom.
"The Nature of Slavery." Extract from a Lecture on Slavery, at Rochester, December 1, 1850.
Pym and Peters observe the behaviors of the natives, all the while still in hiding.
Marmaduke becomes frightened in the night by the sound of the North Wind. The Toyman comforts him and tells him a story to calm his fears that will allow him to sleep. Marmaduke and the Toyman recognize a special friendship between them as he drifts off to sleep.
Uncas’ mistaken identity saves all but one prisoner from Magua’s grasp. The group vows to pursue Magua.
Eppie, now eighteen, and Silas discuss many plans for the future.
Dr. Kemp uses himself as bait to trap The Invisible Man. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
A biography of Arthur Cayley.
With the departure of the Jane Guy at hand, the natives let their true intentions be known.
Bertuccio visits Benedetto (Andrea) in prison.
Jane finds life at Thornfield pleasant and comfortable. Adèle proves to be exuberant and intelligent, though spoiled and at times a bit petulant. Nonetheless, Jane is frequently restless and collects her thoughts while pacing Thornfield’s top-story passageway. One evening a few months after her arrival at Thornfield, Jane is alone watching the moon rise when she perceives a horse approaching. It calls to her mind the story Bessie once told her of a spirit called a Gytrash, which disguises itself as a mule, dog, or horse to frighten “belated travellers.” Oddly enough, a dog then appears as well. Once she realizes that the horse has a rider, the uncanny moment ceases. Just after the horse passes her, it slips on a patch of ice, and its rider tumbles to the ground. Jane helps the man rise to his feet and introduces herself to him. She observes that he has a dark face, stern features, and a heavy brow. He is not quite middle-aged. Upon reentering Thornfield, Jane goes to Mrs. Fairfax’s room and sees the same dog—Pilot—resting on the rug. A servant answers Jane’s queries, explaining that the dog belongs to Mr. Rochester, who has just returned home with a sprained ankle, having fallen from his horse.
Two enemies, Kennedy and Burger, are students of Roman remains. Burger embarks on a three week affair with a girl and returns alone, also having found a new catacomb. Kennedy attempts to get the story from him.
The boat avoids trouble. Captain Spike remembers Jack Tier. Mrs. Budd shows her interesting view of things. Jack Tier boards the Molly Swash. The captain disguises the boat.
The Pequod encounters the Samuel Enderby. Ahab and Boomer discuss their experiences with Moby Dick.
Carol and Will have their first argument. Will complains about Carol's "highbrow" attitude, and the effect is it having on his personal and professional relationships.
The adventurers cross the Rubber Country and continue on to the caverns while Ruggedo, his Chief Magician, and his minions plan his strategy. They place the entrance to the Hollow Tube in their path and make it invisible.
Amy's difficulties at school lead Ms. March to take action.
Aunt Betsey meets with Mr. Murdstone in order to make a decision about David.
A beautiful youth overcomes his wicked brothers’ plans to get rid of him.
Augustus tells Pym of the mutiny aboard ship.
A fairy tale in which an ugly duckling turns into a swan.
With some advising from Steerforth, David decides on a future profession. David witnesses a strange encounter between Miss Betsey and a stranger. David begins to establish himself at the Doctors' Commons.
Dorian reveals his interest in Sibyl Vane to Lord Henry.
George and Myra's visit to Riesling upsets Zilla. George and Riesling prepare to take a trip.