The Works of Edgar Allan Poe
The Pit and the Pendulum
by Edgar Allan Poe
About the torments endured by a prisoner of the revived Spanish Inquisition.
About the torments endured by a prisoner of the revived Spanish Inquisition.
Hump continues to create a measure of comfort for himself and Maud.
A continuation of the previous story in which Holmes’s brother visits him and tells him that three pages of the secret submarine plans are missing. The rest of the papers were found with the body of Arthur Cadogen West, however the three missing could enable an enemy to construct the submarine.
A description of the evening at Vauxhall.
The prisoners are questioned and moved to a tactical position near the shore. Cora attempts to assist Hawkeye and his companions, but is caught and reprimanded.
In order to avert a tragedy, Esmeralda agrees to marry Gringoire. Gringoire finally gets some rest.
Jurgis learns of the "Beef Trust". A harsh winter falls on the city, once again taking a toll on Jurgis and his family. Jurgis misses work after spraining his ankle.
Peggotty takes David to Yarmouth where he meets his nephew and niece. Before returning home, Peggotty tells David of his mothers marriage.
Gamut tells Hawkeye the women have been taken to separate locations. Gamut and Heyward intend to get a message to the women.
Impressed by his new employer's composure, Passepartout feels he may have finally found an ideal situation.
Ishmael continues to analyze and admire the whale.
A new kings is crowned as the island finds a permanent home.
Mr. Micawber considers a move abroad. Tommy Traddles has good news for both the Wickfield's and Miss Betsey. David and Miss Betsey attend a funeral.
The Tin Man finally finds Nimmie Amee, but to his surprise she is happily married to Chopfyt.
At Morton, the wealthy heiress Rosamond Oliver provides Jane with a cottage in which to live. Jane begins teaching, but to her own regret, she finds the work degrading and disappointing. While on a visit to Jane, St. John reveals that he, too, used to feel that he had made the wrong career choice, until one day he heard God’s call. Now he plans to become a missionary. The beautiful Rosamond Oliver then appears, interrupting St. John and Jane’s conversation. From their interaction, Jane believes that Rosamond and St. John are in love.
The newlyweds return to New York where Newland avoids a chance encounter with Ellen.
Ahab requests a new leg, feeling that his current one is not sturdy enough.
Carol and Will travel to Gopher Prairie by train, following their marriage. Carol observes the other passengers as the travels, feeling that she could help improve their lives. After great anticipation, Carol arrives in Gopher Prairie.
The king and queen continue to worry about her condition and consult two Chinese philosophers. However, they decide not to subject her to their crazy solutions.
Mrs. Lincoln's debts force her to part with some of her wardrobe.
Marjorie's attempts to improve Bernice's social skills has unexpected consequences.
Shylock, still enraged by his daughter's departure, vows to have his revenge on Antonio for his previous treatment.
A brief culinary account of whale meat.
A wicked sprite's creation spreads across the land, affecting the hearts and minds all who come in contact with it.
Joseph decides to stay. Amelia continues to enjoy herself. An old acquaintance makes an unexpected appearance.