Courage and Resourcefulness

Where it surfaces

• IX: Chris Kennedy Scores a Try Only

  Abbershaw resolves to outwit the criminals, Kennedy attempts a reckless escape despite being wounded, and the group discusses strategies to overcome their captors.

• X: The Impetuous Mr. Abbershaw

  Abbershaw's mental transformation and decision to become more decisive and resourceful in the face of danger.

• XII: “Furthermore…" Said Mr. Campion

  Campion's daring theft attempt and quick thinking under pressure demonstrate resourcefulness.

• XIII: Abbershaw Sees Red

  Abbershaw's transformation from methodical expert to impulsive fighter, his use of the hidden passage, and his determination to rescue Meggie despite the odds.

• Doctor Abbershaw's Deductions

  Meggie remains plucky despite terror; Abbershaw uses his deductive skills to piece together the truth.

• XVII: In the Evening

  Abbershaw and Meggie remain calm under threat, and Campion's chimney descent demonstrates bold ingenuity.

• Mr. Kennedy's Council

  The group devises a daring plan to escape, showing bravery and quick thinking under pressure.

• XIX: Mr. Campion’s Conjuring Trick

  Campion's quick thinking with a conjuring trick and his decisive use of a gun demonstrate resourcefulness under threat.

• XX: The Roundup

  Abbershaw and Campion navigate the dark house with caution; Wyatt transforms into a fierce fighter using a well-scoop; the group organizes a tactical escape.

• XXII: The Darkest Hour

  Despite the hopeless situation, Campion uses humor and quick thinking to maintain morale, and the group collectively musters the courage to shout for help when the hunt appears.

• XXIII: An Error in Taste

  Guffy Randall and the hunt members show bravery in confronting Von Faber, while Campion and Abbershaw strategize to escape.

• XXVI: Cherchez la Femme

  Abbershaw, Prenderby, and Martin take initiative to stake out the garage and pursue the suspects, showing determination despite legal and physical risks.

• XXVII: A Journey by Night

  The trio persists in the chase despite danger, including a bullet fired at them, and adapts to the difficult terrain and darkness.