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American Naturalist: Rambles in Florida
Rambles in Florida, Part 3
by R.E.C. Stearns
The journey continues to Tampa, where the workings of the city are observed. There are pests and problems as well as the beauty of the natural world.
The Tin Woodman of Oz
Chapter 23: “Through the Tunnel”
by L. Frank Baum
Polychrome finds her rainbow and returns to her father and sisters.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Ninth, Chapter 2
by Victor Hugo
Having been taken to a safe place by Quasimodo, Esmeralda recalls the events which have transpired. Quasimodo warns Esmerelda never to leave the church, fearing she will be killed.
Winesburg, Ohio
Godliness, a Tale in Four Parts: Part 4, Terror, concerning David Hardy
by Sherwood Anderson
David, now fifteen, is once again frightened by his grandfather's strange behavior.
Squinty, the Comical Pig
Chapter 6: “Squinty on a Journey”
by Richard Barnum
The boy and his father return and take Squinty away. Squinty made up his mind that he was looking forward to his long journey.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 8: Oliver Walks to London. He Encounters on the Road a Strange Sort of Young Gentleman.
by Charles Dickens
Outside of London, Oliver becomes acquainted with Jack Dawkins. Oliver is taken to London to meet Fagin.
A Short Account of the History of Mathematics
Gaspard Monge
by W.W. Rouse Ball
A biography of Gaspard Monge.
Canoemates: A Story of the Florida Reef and Everglades
Chapter XXXI: “A Closely Guarded Camp”
by Kirk Munroe
The construction of the Indian canoes is explained. The Lieutenant is unhappy to learn the limitations of their agreement with the Indians.
The Red Badge of Courage
Chapter 20
by Stephen Crane
The charge falls apart as much of the regiment retreat. Henry assists the lieutenant in regrouping the soldiers for the offensive as the enemy starts their counter attack. Henry manages to organize the regiment around the flag. The regiment repels the enemy assault. The men's confidence is restored.
Half-Past Seven Stories
Story 1: "The Little Lost Fox"
by Robert Gordon Anderson
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. This story specifically focuses on the children saving a little fox named Reddy from the redcoats.
The Story of Doctor Dolittle
Chapter 6: Polynesia and the King
by Hugh Lofting
After a less than pleasant encounter with the King of Jolliginki, Polynesia helps the doctor gain his freedom.
Winesburg, Ohio
A Man of Ideas, concerning Joe Welling
by Sherwood Anderson
Joe Welling uses his natural talents to achieve success in Winesburg.
A Victorious Union
Chapter VII: “A Powerful Ally of the Belleviters”
by Oliver Optic
The men join Capatain Sullendine. Christy uses drinking to his advantage, but avoids it himself.
The Yellow Fairy Book
The Hazel-Nut Child
by Andrew Lang
How a tiny child found ways to overcome his size, grow rich, and live in prosperity with his parents.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 60: Returns to the Genteel World
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Little George returns, as does good fortune, to the Sedley house.
Moby Dick
Chapter 64: Stubb's Supper
by Herman Melville
Stubb dines on his kill.
Moby Dick
Chapter 52: The Albatross
by Herman Melville
The Pequod encounters another whaling ship.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 25: The Unknown
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Dantes returns to Marseilles after aquiring a new yacht and all of the Spada treasures.
A Little Princess
Chapter 8: In the Attic
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Sara begins her new life as a servant.
Moby Dick
Chapter 114: The Gilder
by Herman Melville
Ahab, Starbuck, and Stubbs address the sea.
Moby Dick
Chapter 83: Jonah Historically Regarded
by Herman Melville
Sag Harbor gives his opinion of the tale of Jonah.
Winesburg, Ohio
Hands, concerning Wing Biddlebaum
by Sherwood Anderson
The story of Wing Biddlebaum, a man with few friends who experienced a horrible ordeal earlier in his life.
Black Beauty
Part 4, Chapter 49: My Last Home
by Anna Sewell
After a long and fruitful life, Black Beauty meets his final masters, and proceeds to spend the rest of his days in comfort.
The Yellow Fairy Book
A Story About a Darning-Needle
by Andrew Lang
A darning-needle takes on different jobs and has adventures.