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CHAPTER 13 -The beasts of Tarzan
In Chapter 13 of "The Beasts of Tarzan," titled "Escape," Jane Clayton faces a tense standoff with her captor, Rokoff. Rokoff, having found Jane and the child she was protecting in a remote village, mocks her for the effort she made to bring the child, under the erroneous belief the child is hers and Tarzan's. He reveals his cruel plan to turn the child over to the care of M'ganwazam, with the intention of making him a cannibal. Jane, understanding the gravity of her situation, hands over the seemingly…-
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In Chapter XXIII of "Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive," Mr. Wakefield Damon exhibits notable bravery and quick thinking after their locomotive, the Hercules 0001, collides with a bumper at the end of a timber siding. The collision causes significant damage to the front end of the locomotive, particularly to the pilot or cow-catcher. As Mr. Damon assesses the damage, a group of men, led by a bullying figure with a dyed mustache named Montagne Lewis, approaches him demanding to know the whereabouts of…-
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In Chapter II of "The Circus Boys on the Flying Rings," Phil faces a harsh confrontation with his Uncle Abner Adams. When Phil returns home slightly late from school, his interest in a circus bill becomes the spark for a severe altercation. Phil, who longs to visit the circus, innocently proposes to earn the money himself for the ticket, but this idea is met with disdain by his uncle, who views the circus—and those who attend it—as unworthy. The conversation escalates quickly, revealing deeper…-
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VIII -At the earths core
In Chapter VIII of "At the Earth's Core," the protagonist finds himself in a precarious situation when, after a deadly confrontation with a reptile, he ends up in the company of a native, Ja. Despite initial tensions, they communicate through a makeshift language, leading to an exchange of stories and information. Ja, a Mezop from the islands, shares insights into his people—their lifestyle, their interactions with the Mahars (the dominant, reptilian species), and their unique system of truce and trade…-
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In Chapter VII, "Shivers and His Shadow," of "The Circus Boys in Dixie Land," a vibrant and comic scene opens in the circus sawdust arena, where a variety of clowns entertain the audience with their delightful antics. Among them, Shivers, the Prince of Clowns, stands out for his exceptional skill and humor, captivating both children and adults alike. He is joined by Teddy Tucker, a younger clown in training, who mimics Shivers' every move, creating a hilarious duo that wins the hearts of the…-
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In Chapter II of "Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive," titled "Trouble Starts," Tom Swift encounters a threatening situation that, although startling, doesn't surprise him due to recent reports of footpads in the area. His encounter with a thug who forcibly searches him and steals his wallet under the threat of violence is linked in Tom's mind to warnings from Mr. Richard Bartholomew about a spy from the West, possibly connected to Montagne Lewis and his associates, seeking information harmful to the…
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9 – The Theft of the Jewels
For two days, Werper searched for his party in the dense jungles, only to discover the mutilated bodies of three non-slave members of his group, evidence of a deadly uprising by the enslaved party members seeking freedom from their cruel Arab master. This grim discovery displayed the volatile and deadly nature of their environment, leaving Werper unnerved but thankful for his narrow escape. Meanwhile, Tarzan, stripped of recent civilizing influences by a tragic blow to his head, reverted to the primal…-
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In Chapter XIII of "The Circus Boys on the Flying Rings," entitled "The Dawning of a New Day," Teddy and Phil experience the harsh realities of circus life firsthand. Their day begins abruptly when they are ejected onto the cold ground from their makeshift bed by a tentman eager to start his day's work, leading to an immediate confrontation between the inexperienced boys and the harried staff. As they battle the chilly dawn, the two friends decide to warm up with some physical activity. Unfortunately,…
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3 BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
One day, about two weeks after a significant discovery that promised to expedite their mysterious work, Professor Maxon and von Horn were deeply engaged in their laboratory within the so-called court of mystery. Their recent breakthrough seemed poised to revolutionize their experiments, though von Horn, always cautious, armed himself against potential dangers their creations posed. Meanwhile, Sing Lee, tasked with preparing meals, decided to engage in catching gulls, venturing silently through the jungle.…-
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In Chapter XVIII of The Circus Boys in Dixie Land, the circus faces a comical but challenging situation involving a group of mischievous monkeys that have caused chaos in the tent. The monkeys are high up, out of reach, and the crew struggles to figure out how to capture them. Phil suggests bringing in their cage, which Mr. Sparling agrees is a good plan. While the crew sets up the cage, Phil takes the opportunity to grab peanuts and candy, preparing to lure the monkeys down. Once the cage is…
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