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Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog)

The narrator who recounts the story and the decision to take the trip.

Chapter I

The narrator describes his own feelings of illness and his opposition to a sea trip, recounting a story about his brother-in-law.

Plans Discussed—Pleasures of Camping-out—Compromise Decided on—Montmorency, First Impressions of

Romanticizes camping, describes poetic scenes of night on the river.

III

The narrator reflects on life's unnecessary burdens and participates in planning the trip.

IV

The narrator takes charge of packing, becomes irritated when Harris and George do nothing, and recounts his obsessive toothbrush worries and the cheese transport story.

V

Wakes up late, argues with Harris, and helps rouse George.

VI

The narrator muses on history and life while steering the boat, and later reflects on the story of Stivvings and the carved oak.

VII

The narrator describes his own taste in dress (red and black) and recounts a past picnic with overly dressed ladies.

VIII

The narrator, who describes the trespassing incident and Harris's singing, and later spots George at the lock.

IX

The narrator who reflects on towlines and recounts various towing mishaps.

Our First Night Under Canvas

Narrates the chapter, participates in setting up the tent and enjoys supper.

XI

Wakes early, falls into the river, and later laughs at the shirt mix-up.

XII

Narrator; participates in the pineapple tin struggle, steers the boat, and reflects on historical and social observations.

XIII

The narrator, who reflects on the river's beauty, recounts Montmorency's behavior, and experiences the shock of Harris's disappearance.

XIV

Narrates the chapter; goes for a walk with George, returns wet and hungry, and helps cook the stew.

XV

The narrator reflects on his love of work and his perception that he does more than his fair share. He recounts early boating memories and a punting mishap.

XVI

Takes the sculls after arguing with George and Harris about whose turn it is to row.

Washing Day and Fishy Stories

Narrates the chapter; participates in the failed laundry and the visit to the inn.

XVIII

The narrator describes his experiences and observations on the river, including his irritation with mishaps and his participation in the photo incident.

XIX

The narrator, who steers while Harris and George scull, and who reflects on the river's beauty and the misery of the rain.