The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Chapter 16
How does Thom keep the other at home sick boys from going home
How does Thom keep the other at home sick boys from going home
Tom, unable to convince them to stay on the island, is forced to reveal his secret plan (which remains a secret to the reader). After marveling over Tom's brilliance, the "lads came gaily back and went at their sports again with a will."