Dracula
Chapter 17
by Bram Stoker
The Harkers join forces with the others. They share all that they know, and discover more information about Dracula’s connections with the area and plans for the future.
The Harkers join forces with the others. They share all that they know, and discover more information about Dracula’s connections with the area and plans for the future.
As the Nautilus continues its travels into more populated areas, the underwater destruction continues to increase. The ship arrives at the island Vanikoro, where Aronnax and Captain Nemo discuss the the tale of La Pérouse's shipwreck.
A crafty tanuki betrays his wife in order to get food and his son vows to avenge his mother. The little tanuki is able to outsmart his father and accomplish his personal goal.
Two family patriarchs pass away without full reconciliation. Amelia's newfound wealth brings a new set of "friends".
Pip encounters a another stranger and continues to assist "Uncle Provis".
Elinor wishes no connection with Mrs. Ferrars after seeing her rudeness, and is somewhat glad that because she cannot marry Edward, she will never have to suffer Mrs. Ferrars’ company.
A well dressed stranger, Mr. Scatters, comes to the sleepy town of Miltonville to give Mr. Isaac Jackson an inheritance from his rich brother.
Jonathan attempts to escape the castle to no avail. His letters are intercepted by the Count. He discovers where the Count sleeps. Gypsies come to do work for the Count at the castle, but Jonathan is not able to communicate with the outside world. He waits for his doom.
An intoxicated Tom Foster has a conversation with George Willard.
A folk tale about the connection between death and the afterlife, in this case, heaven.
After surfacing, the men rush to catch their breath. Aronnax continues to document his observations.
he men set out in search of Rochford. They meet and Indian chief.
An exchange of letters that do not bode well for many.
Wendy's telling of a bedtime story causes her, Michael, and John to become homesick.
New characters are introduced, such as Hay Denver and Dr. Walker and his two daughters, all acquainted with Mrs. Westmacott and her nephew. Their relationships are developed through dialogue as they head to the country to get fresh air and exercise.
The men hunt and forage for food during their travels through Lake Kissimmee. They flee from Indians.
An Iroquois attack wounds Gamut and Heyward. Cora devises a plan.
The narrator describes his stay on Daytona Beach and what he saw there — from birds to plays to scenery.
The author gives his opinion on the state of American affairs.
Romeo pays a visit to Friar Lawrence.
Holmes calls Watson to witness his last move in a case about the murder of a colonel. His wife is the prime suspect because they were having an argument when he died.
Paris informs Capulet of his desire to marry Juliet. Romeo and Benvolio receive unexpected invitations to a masquerade feast.
An old friend and mentor passes away. The author ponders the distance he has traveled in the previous twenty years of his life.
Agnes warns David to be cautious of Steerforth. Uriah reveals his intentions towards Agnes.
Monsieur de Morcerf is on trial.