Peter Pan
Chapter 13: Do You Believe in Fairies?
by J.M. Barrie
Having been deceived by the pirates, the Lost Boy's emerge from hiding only to be taken captive.
Having been deceived by the pirates, the Lost Boy's emerge from hiding only to be taken captive.
An old woman finds a large peach in a river, and when she and her husband cut it open to eat it, they find a child inside. They are overjoyed to now have a son to ease their lonely days. When the boy is fifteen, he goes off to rid the land of devils who live on an island, and takes a dog, a monkey, and a pheasant with him. He is victorious over the devils and returns home to live happily with his parents.
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.
Mr. Douglass makes his way back to St. Michael's, hoping that Master Thomas will intervene on his behalf.
The men reach the forest, where they encounter the various wildlife of the area.
Christmas arrives and Carol and Will attend a party at a friends house. Carol's frustration with the stagnant atmosphere of Gopher Prairie continues to increase.
A minor incident at the barn dance has dire consequences for Fern Mullins. Fern, confident she will be fired, resigns and leaves town.
The Indian tribe prepares for a great festival where a young man will be chosen as the bow-bearer.
A brief overview of the Etymology of the word "whale".
With the intensity of the storm increasing, the four men lash themselves to the hull in order to survive.
The picture of a possible future is presented to the reader.
Amelia's appearance affects George's regiment. Mrs. O'Dowd has plans for Glorvina and Jos.
Carol spends a day at the lake accompanied by the Dyers, Erik, Cy Bogart, and Fern Mullins. Carol, jealous of Maud's affection for Erik, is happy to accept an invitation to go out on the lake. Mrs. Bogart's concerns are ignored by Carol, who later meets Erik at Harry Haydock's party. Erik's admission leaves Carol feeling confused and uncomfortable.
The author explains a letter written to him by Dorothy telling him that there will be no more communication with Oz. The author bids farewell and good luck to Dorothy and her friends.
The remaining crew considers Parker's suggestion, eventually drawing lots to make the fateful decision.
In the midst of a storm, Peters, Pym, and Augustus attempt to take control of the ship.
"O! Nothing earthly save the ray"
The author describes the merriment at the Carnival. The sculptor spots 2 black masked figures.
"The happiest day–the happiest hour"
Dr. Melville tells a first hand story of the lynching of Jube Benson.
Kenyon and Hilda enjoy their reunion and catch up on past events.
Becky Sharp is introduced to Joseph Sedley.
Toad, now in jail, escapes with the help a sympathetic party.
Raymond enlists, as America enters World War I. Kennicott's desire to enlist is discouraged by the Doctor's Council of Gopher Prairie. Now a wealthy businessman in Boston, Percy Bresnahan returns to visit his hometown amidst a great celebration from the all of Gopher Prairie.
Still affected by her conversation with Vida, Carol begins to observe the judging glances of the townspeople. Carol and Will pay a visit to his mother.