Mary talks to Colin about taking him to see the garden. Upon returning to the garden, she notices that spring has arrived and the flowers are blooming. Dickon declares that Colin will never get better as long as he only thinks of sickness and death.
Mrs. Dashwood is happy to see that Edward has come, and welcomes him very warmly as their guest. Again, the theme of money is shown to be of importance to the Dashwood girls; they cannot sustain themselves on their very small fortunes, and this limits their choices.
An old man saves his money and does not know what to do with it. He buys a beautiful bracelet and gives it to a princess who sends him an extravagant gift that he then immediately sends to a prince. There is a constant exchange of gifts between the three until the old man is transformed into a man of great wealth and the prince and princess find each other.
The abbot is relieved to see the Yankee and insists he start at once. The Yankee declines saying that he is waiting for Merlin to finish. However, it’s a front as he is waiting for supplies from Camelot. The Yankee sees Merlin at the Holy Fountain (an ordinary well) trying spells. The Yankee goes down into the well and discovers the simple problem.
William finds that Mdlle. Henri possesses some talent, and he takes the time to tell her so, albeit in his own way.
Rene manages to befriend one of his captors, but fears that all hope is lost. The tribe prepares for feasting and torture.
The boys and Sam send the boat off to be repaired and the mechanics find nothing seriously injured. The Go Ahead Boys decide they need to keep watch on it all night and divide shifts. George sees an intruder on his shift and they all prepare themselves for the worst.
This passage is a continuation of the author's discussion of number word origins.
Abbe has his third attack.
Dorian and Lord Henry discuss many things, including Dorian’s attempt to be a better person. Lord Henry tells Dorian not to change, and expresses his wish to recapture the youth that Dorian has seemingly managed to keep.
The group undertakes the journey to Cape Florida, but faces a storm. Sumner finds himself attempting another daring rescue.
The many travels of Thumbelina.
Carol fantasizes about the important role her husband fills in Gopher Prairie, later deciding to pay a surprise visit to his office. Carol accompanies Will as he visits his patients, appreciating the opportunity to see her husband in action.
The narrator describes the flora surrounding the Indian River, the types of fish that exist there, and the different butterfly species.
Dobbin makes a purchase for Amelia.
Kenyon and Hilda enjoy their reunion and catch up on past events.
The troupe re-boards the craft in search of The Magnolia. A turn down the creek leads to a discovery.
Leaving her studio, Miriam goes to the statue of the virgin. She and Hilda talk about religion.
The author shares some of his Christmas experiences and memories regarding the meaning of the Christmas tree.
Claudius and Gertrude hope that visitors will help with Hamlet's mood. Claudius receives news from Norway. Polonius, believing he has discovered the cause for Hamlet's madness, attempts to have a conversation with him. The arrival of the acting troupe gives Hamlet the opportunity to devise a trap for Claudius.
Jaggers has Orlick dismissed. Herbert tells Pip of his fiancee.
Thoreau continues to describe winter in Walden Pond.
Thomas Jefferson's sixth Annual Address to Congress (now known as the State of the Union Address).
Becky Sharp is introduced to Joseph Sedley.
George Washington's second Annual Address to Congress (now known as the State of the Union Address).