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.
The author discusses the history and philosophy of counting.
After she is taken in by the Rivers siblings, Jane spends three days recuperating in bed. On the fourth day, she feels well again and follows the smell of baking bread into the kitchen, where she finds Hannah. Jane criticizes Hannah for judging her unfairly when she asked for help, and Hannah apologizes. Hannah tells the story of Mr. Rivers, the siblings’ father, who lost most of the family fortune in a bad business deal. In turn, Diana and Mary were forced to work as governesses—they are only at Marsh End (or Moor House) now because their father died three weeks ago. Jane then relates some of her own story and admits that Jane Elliott is not her real name. St. John promises to find her a job.
David goes home for the holidays and is introduced to a new family member.
A visit from Will's relatives causes great discomfort for Carol. Carol becomes pregnant, eventually giving birth to a son, Hugh.
Jo, now in New York, writes her family to tell them of her experiences.
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.
Agnes Grey narrates her family background and the circumstances that led to her employment as a governess.
They arrive at the Kearney house and get to know the family and the area.
Christmas arrives and Carol and Will attend a party at a friends house. Carol's frustration with the stagnant atmosphere of Gopher Prairie continues to increase.
Fagin and Monks discuss Oliver's future.
The group argues over the continuation of their plans. They discuss the reasons for rejoining the Swash.
One evening, David is called into the Steerforth home, where he is told news about Little Em'ly.
Patroclus appears to Achilles in a dream. Following the burial, a series of games is held in Patroclus' honor.
Mr. Tod, a fox, and Tommy Brock, a badger, are both troublesome neighbors and “disagreeable people.” Mr. Tod has a habit of taking up lodging in other people’s houses. Mr. Brock visits a rabbit friend, who turns out to be Mr. Bouncer Bunny from The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, and then steals his son Benjamin Bunny’s children with plans to cook and eat them. Mr. Tod however finds that Mr. Brock has taken up residence in one of his homes, and after many comical efforts to rouse him, they fight it out. Meanwhile, Benjamin and his cousin Peter have come to rescue Benjamin’s children, and the fight gives them a chance to sneak off with the baby bunnies.
Raskolnikov's hatred for Alyona is recounted.
An adventurous fairy tale about a boy Jack and his encounter with giants.
Heathcliff leaves one night and is out all night; when he returns he refuses all food, he also refuses a doctor. The next night Nelly finds his dead body; Hareton is the only one to mourn his death.
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.
Marian tells of Count Fosco's visit and threats. Walter reveals the circumstances surrounding Anne's birth.
A great storm described; the long boat sent to fetch water; the author goes with it to discover the country. He is left on shore, is seized by one of the natives, and carried to a farmer’s house. His reception, with several accidents that happened there. A description of the inhabitants.
Amelia's heart is troubled as the continues to follow the regiment.
How the Prince of the Air found his way to the Golden Isle.
A fairy tale about a boy Jack, known as the Giant Killer, and his adventures of escape from giants, magicians, and other horrendous monsters.
Lorry visits the Darnays with some unsettling news. The Defarges lead a mob into the Bastilles.