A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Third: The Track of a Storm—Chapter 3: The Shadow
by Charles Dickens
Cruncher protects Lucie and Miss Pross. Madame Defarge is unwilling to assist Lucie.
Cruncher protects Lucie and Miss Pross. Madame Defarge is unwilling to assist Lucie.
As her life comes to a close, Elizabeth Willard shares her life experiences with Doctor Reefy.
Ishmael gives a description of the second mate, Stubb.
The author permitted to see the grand academy of Lagado. The academy largely described. The arts wherein the professors employ themselves.
Monsieur Morrel visits Valentine and Monsieur Noirtier.
Having gained a greater understanding of shellfish languages, Doctor Dolittle transcribes the Fidgit's life story.
The deceased man's daughter gives a large sum of money to the dauphin. The town doctor is suspicious of the two men.
Captain Pratt sets off on an adventure circling the globe.
Carol fantasizes about the important role her husband fills in Gopher Prairie, later deciding to pay a surprise visit to his office. Carol accompanies Will as he visits his patients, appreciating the opportunity to see her husband in action.
Whitefoot discovers a drumming sound and figures out that he had been so depressed because he was lonely. He eagerly awaits the presence of the other wood mouse.
Elizabeth recounts Mr. Douglas' attempted courting of Miss Mary Todd.
Tom is brought to the Phelps house, still healing from his wounds. Jim is re-captured after sacrificing his freedom in order to save Tom. Tom reveals the late Miss Watsons' final wishes in regards to Jim's freedom.
The men deal with the aftermath of the battle, including the burial of the dead.
Huck takes the money from the dauphin, intending to return it to the Wilks family.
The duke and the dauphin are exposed as frauds. The gold is discovered when the deceased Wilks is exhumed. Huck escapes back to the raft, where he is once again joined by the duke and the dauphin.
The Admiral sets out to go back to sea and instead sees a moneylenders advertisement. He decides to borrow the money to pay the enormous debt and ends up in the shabby office of two scam artists. They try to make a deal and the Admiral refuses with the advice of Charles. Charles resolves to take him to Mrs. Westmacott’s lawyer.
With the police having arrived to assess the situation, Miss Rose and the surgeon attempt to protect Oliver from being connected with the burglary.
Walter tells of his new situation in life, living in London with his "sisters."
The Count of Monte Cristo speaks to Madame Villefort about poisons and chemistry.
Dr. Manette testifies at Darnay's trial.
The whale is released into the ocean after processing, but is still capable of inciting fear.
Carol pays a visit to Guy Pollock's law office. Guy reveals his true feelings for Gopher Prairie.
Oliver slowly recovers from his wounds. Mr. Losberne and Oliver travel to London. Oliver continues to bond with Mrs. Maylie and Mis Rose.
Valentine is pronounced dead by Doctor d'Avrigny.
Dr. Livesey takes over the narration. He confesses his and Smollett’s concern for Jim’s safety. Livesey goes ashore and finds a stockade. He and the others load the ship with provisions. Smollett gives Abraham Gray, a sailor who was in with the mutineers, one more chance to join the good side.