The Crimson Fairy Book
“The Crab and the Monkey”
by Andrew Lang
A monkey steals the fruit of the crab’s tree and gets his punishment.
A monkey steals the fruit of the crab’s tree and gets his punishment.
Eva gives a gift to all the slaves before passing. Mr. St. Clare stays true to his word regarding Tom's freedom. Ophelia makes a request of Mr. St. Clare. Another tragedy strikes the St. Clare household.
Mr. Marvel discusses The Invisible Man with the mariner. Mr. Marvel contemplates is escape. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
The morning arrives with no fresh invitations from James, Isabella, and John. Catherine goes on her walk with Henry and Eleanor. The Tilneys discuss the landscape in terms of drawing, and Catherine soon finds herself out of her element.
The Jane Guy continues its journey south.
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. A story that continues to describe the traditions of Christmas. The three children receive a special visit from Santa, who distributes their Christmas presents.
The wizard fools the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Lion into thinking they received a brain, a heart, and some courage.
Breakfast at the inn is not what Ishmael expected.
Stryver and Carton discuss the days proceedings over drinks. Stryver questions Carton's feelings for Lucie.
Mr. Smith's actions and death cause a great stir, resulting in a full investigation of the incident. Black Beauty's recovery is slow and painful.
Lorry and Miss Pross discuss the relapse with Dr. Manette. Steps are taken to prevent further relapses.
Tom and Huck continue to search for treasure.
Jurgis returns with a midwife, but the baby is dead and Ona is dying. After Ona's death, Jurgis leaves the house intending to drink.
Clotel's relationship with Horatio ends.
Tom is brought to the Phelps house, still healing from his wounds. Jim is re-captured after sacrificing his freedom in order to save Tom. Tom reveals the late Miss Watsons' final wishes in regards to Jim's freedom.
The princess meets a very selective prince. He immediately falls in love with her quirky personality and surreal condition as they swim in the lake beside the palace.
Willoughby calls again the next morning, and the family are again convinced of his charms, as he comes to admire them, and Marianne in particular. An attraction is growing.
Young "Pip" encounters a stranger in the village churchyard.
Mrs. Dashwood, Elinor, and Margaret go to call on Lady Middleton, while Marianne remains behind. Things with Willoughby do not seem to be going well.
Mary, Dickon, Colin, and Ben continue to tend to the garden while Colin’s strength increases. He is determined to build his strength enough to surprise his father when he returns. They discuss Magic.
Fernand de Morcerf visits the house of the Count of Monte Cristo.
Why the kangaroo is very fast on land.
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. Marmaduke gets tonsilitis and has to stay in bed. One night he meets a fairy who sings to him and takes him around the world.
The doctor, busy taking care of the sick and dying monkeys, asks a favor of the the King of Beast. Exhausted, the doctor finally gets some much needed sleep.
Ethan thinks about the previous evenings events. Zeena leaves for Bettsbridge.