A Little Princess
Chapter 5: Becky
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Lottie is caught listening to Sara's story telling, upsetting Lavinia.
Lottie is caught listening to Sara's story telling, upsetting Lavinia.
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.
The Yankee and his companions agree to stop for the night. They have no matches and no food. A storm comes and vermin crawl into the Yankee’s armor. He vows never to wear armor again. The Yankee invites some freemans to breakfast and chats with them on the subject of democracy.
Arthur and Lady Muriel prepare for Captain Lindon’s arrival.
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.
With the arrival of spring, Thoreau finally departs from Walden Pond.
Catherine, after a month’s stay at Northanger Abbey, is abruptly sent back home.
Monsieur Cavalcanti, the Count of Monte Cristo, and Albert visit the Dangler's house.
Kenyon and Hilda enjoy their reunion and catch up on past events.
The life, theories, and discoveries of mathematician Leonhard Euler.
Henry perceives his comrades to all be fearless and is fearful that he is a coward at heart. Henry reflects on his life back at his mother's farm. A conversation with a fellow soldier only amplifies Henry's anxiety.
After escorting the ladies home, Edwin and Neville have a heated discussion. Jasper, emerging from behind the two men, helps to establish a temporary truce between Edwin and Neville. After seeing Neville's reaction, Jasper begins to fear for his nephew's life.
The Count of Monte Cristo's revenge comes to a close.
Two letters arrive. William tries to work out a plan for employment.
Dantes visits Caderousse in disguise.
A newspaper prints an article which slanders the name of Fernand de Morcerf.
Mr. Brownlow and Oliver pay a last visit to the ill-fated Fagin.
Pip experiences guilt for the incident in the marsh, but continues to help the stranger.
Mr. Brownlow offers a reward for Oliver's return, prompting Mr. Bumble to pay a visit to the Brownlow estate.
The narrator discusses the orange groves and how they’ve changed; and the swamps and their surrounding environment.
Buck takes Spitz's old spot, proving himself to be very proficient in his new job.
Neville is questioned in regards to Edwin's whereabouts. Mr. Grewgious' delivers the news of Edwin and Rosa's decision not to wed to Jasper.
Seven years have passed since Pearl’s birth. Hester has become more active in society.
David brings Mr. Peggotty to the Doctors' Commons. Mr. Spenlow extends an invitation to David. Dora and David's reconciliation results in a secret arrangement.
Monsieur Danglers has a harsh talk with Madame Danglers.