A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Second: The Golden Thread—Chapter 21: Echoing Footsteps
by Charles Dickens
Lorry visits the Darnays with some unsettling news. The Defarges lead a mob into the Bastilles.
Lorry visits the Darnays with some unsettling news. The Defarges lead a mob into the Bastilles.
George's assignment at the advertising agency leaves him feeling unsatisfied. George reaps the benefits of having advised Archibald Purdy in a real estate matter.
Eva, having fallen ill, makes a request of her father and Topsy.
The Count of Monte Cristo's revenge comes to a close.
George Green, and his unfortunate situation, are introduced.
The following is an account written by Emily Holder describing her memories of Fort Jefferson. They tell the poignant and often fascinating story of the hardships, isolation and drama of daily life at the Dry Tortugas in the nineteenth century.
Laertes' and Claudius' scheme does not go as planned. Hamlet instructs Horatio as Fortinbras prepares to enter the castle.
Having come across an injured squirrel, Tommy is directed to the office of John Dolittle by his friends. Matthew tells Tommy of the good doctors many voyages. Upon arriving at the doctor's house, the visitors encounter the loyal dog Jip, but find that the doctor is no where to be found.
The Pequod encounters another whaling ship.
Rosalie is wed, and Agnes Grey and Matilda are left to entertain themselves. Agnes Grey finds that she is called home earlier than expected.
News of George's fate reaches the elder Osbourne. George's final wishes are not honored. Amelia, accompanied by Dobbin, returns home.
Dantes becomes a successful smuggler while on board his new vessel.
Ahab, Starbuck, and Stubbs address the sea.
Sag Harbor gives his opinion of the tale of Jonah.
Haidee relates the story of her father's death to Albert and the Count of Monte Cristo.
Tom Loker, having recovered his wounds, gives assistance to George and Eliza as they continue towards Canada.
An aging writer ponders the many people he has met and the stories he has heard in his lifetime.
Zossimov accepts an invitation from Razumikhin. Zosimov, Razumikhin, and Nastasya discuss the pawnbroker's murder and the subsequent arrest of a painter.
The weather once again changes for the better, quenching the thirst of the Mariner. The crew, although changed, continue to perform their assigned duties.
As Heyward relays Montcalm’s message, Munro accuses Heyward of prejudice and reveals a secret about his daughter’s heritage. A deal is struck between Montcalm and Munro.
Eliza puts herself in danger to avoid capture. Sam and Andy return to the Shelby home with good news.
Becky's life after Rawdon is told to the reader.
The Count of Monte Cristo arrives at the Villefort's residence to remind them of his upcoming party.
Ishmael retells some of the legends of Nantucket.
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