Oliver Twist
Chapter 29: Has an Introductory Account of the Inmates of the House, To Which Oliver Resorted.
by Charles Dickens
Mr. Losberne tends to Oliver's wounds, while Mrs. Maylie and Miss Rose prepare to meet injured thief.
Mr. Losberne tends to Oliver's wounds, while Mrs. Maylie and Miss Rose prepare to meet injured thief.
A story about a king who remarries after his wife’s death. His new queen kills him and intends to kill his children, but they escape. When the prince of Greece comes for the king’s daughter, the new queen sends her daughter who is expected to weave three robes for the prince. The king’s daughter makes the robes for the mistaken princess, but the prince finds her and they marry instead.
Victor and his father return home and begin planning the wedding. He remembers the monster’s threat and keeps it a secret from Elizabeth, who is still worried about his frequent illnesses. The wedding takes place and they leave for a family cottage.
A biography of James Joseph Sylvester.
While looking out from the tower, Donatello and Kenyon discuss battles, clouds, and the life of monks.
A biography of Rene Descartes.
Huck and Jim take refuge as a storm rages. The pair make a "ghastly" discovery.
Queequeg impresses the ship owners.
A still shaken Aronnax, is approached by Ned Land with another plan for escape. The crew of the Nautilus become increasingly upset.
Mark and Ruth return home. Mr. March discovers that Edna May looks like his dead wife. They realize that Edna is Frank’s lost sister.
A man saves a fox cub, and later its parents save his son’s life.
A story of a girl who marries a black bull after jesting about it to her sister. However the bull takes the form of a prince and they live happily ever after.
Mr. Earnshaw falls ill, and then he sends Hindley Earnshaw off to school when he can no longer put up with Hindley's complaints about Heathcliff. Catherine's fondness for Heathcliff is revealed.
The prevention of internal and external insurrections by protecting ones reputation.
The Nome King is angry because Dorothy and Ozma had stolen his Magic Belt. He asks his Chancellor, Kaliko, and General Blug what to do. The King vows revenge upon Ozma and Dorothy.
While wandering, Kenyon turns toward the Campagna and, looking for Hilda, spies an artistic treasure.
The Author’s introduction is presented to the reader, giving some some insight into the interaction between native tribes and white settlers.
Of the inhabitants of Lilliput; their learning, laws, and customs; the manner of educating their children. The author’s way of living in that country. His vindication of a great lady.
Pip, in extreme debt, falls ill. Joe comes to Pip's aid bring news of home. Pip decides to return home.
A king is determined to have a child, so his queen sees an old woman who helps her to bear a child through enchantment. There are limitations—the king and queen cannot see their child until she is fourteen. The king decides to break this rule of the contract, and the princess dies. He is then forced to put her body in the church with a sentinel standing guard. However, finding a sentinel starts to become a challenge when those who volunteer disappear. A young smith who wishes to show his bravery is the first to last the night, and his drunken bravery earns him rewards.
Aunt Betsey meets with Mr. Murdstone in order to make a decision about David.
Andrea Cavalcanti and Mademoiselle Danglers are to be married at Danglers' house.
Elinor is displeased and bothered by new events.
A sudden and violent storm interrupts Pym's sailing trip.