The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 17: The Abbe's Chamber
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Abbe teaches Dantes all he knows, and the two form a plot for escape.
Abbe teaches Dantes all he knows, and the two form a plot for escape.
A series of witnesses are called to testify against the Charles Darnay.
Jurgis pleads Marija to quit the brothel, but she refuses. Jurgis attends a Socialist Party function the day before nationwide election. Election results show promise for the socialist movement.
A superstitious schoolteacher comes to a mysterious end in the isolated glen of Sleepy Hollow.
Amelia fools everyone but Dobbin. Rawdon's disappointment amuses Becky.
Following the birth of her child, the narrator is cared for by her physician husband at a country estate.
Mina and Jonathan marry. Mina and Lucy write each other. Dr. Seward tells more about Renfield. Arthur leaves Lucy to take care of is father. Dr. Jack Seward and Dr. VanHelsing care for Lucy who goes from better to worse.
Cruncher attempts to make amends for the work he has done outside of the bank. Carton wanders through the streets of Paris as he prepares for his visit with Darnay. Darnay's accusers are named in court.
The men decide to hide their plans from Mina, since the worry she may reveal their plans inadvertently. However, they soon consider the ways she can help them in completing their mission.
Uriah Heep's dealings come to light.
Lord Bellinger and Trelawney Hope come to Holmes to explain about a stolen document. When Watson tells Holmes that one of his known spies has been murdered, they must solve the case.
Sherlock Holmes investigates the disappearance of a race horse and the murder of its trainer.
The author describes the charm and allure of the Florida Everglades, including the Indian inhabitants.
Aronnax recounts the previous nights events to Ned Land. Aronnax is asked to go on another excursion.
Amelia's heart is troubled as the continues to follow the regiment.
The story of Seth Richmond and his friendship with George Willard.
Du Bois discusses the period of history from 1861 to 1872, as it relates to the American Negro.
Sir Percival tries to secure Laura's signature before his departure, but won't reveal the contents of the document. The Count steps in on her behalf, suggesting that he wait another day. The Countess behaves in a strangely friendly manner towards Marian, leading her to worry about the message she awaits.
David shares some of his earliest memories.
William seeks out his missing pupil, deciding that she is the woman destined to be his wife.
The men find escape from the Nautilus impossible under the current circumstances.
Years have passed. The narrator reveals what Dorian’s life has become.
The pattern of revenge continues.
A story of how Prince Take got his name and many of his daring deeds.
The Count of Monte Cristo leaves Paris with Maximilian, and then he visits his old house where Mercedes now lives.