Vanity Fair
Chapter 61: In Which Two Lights are Put Out
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Two family patriarchs pass away without full reconciliation. Amelia's newfound wealth brings a new set of "friends".
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The Colored Cadet at West Point
Chapter 12: Pleasures and Privileges
by Henry O. Flipper
A description of the different privileges that are bestowed upon cadets depending on their rank and class.
My Bondage and My Freedom
Chapter 9: Personal Treatment
by Frederick Douglass
Mr. Douglass remembers the kindness of Miss Lucretia.
Moby Dick
Chapter 35: The Mast-Head
by Herman Melville
Ishmael is posted as lookout on the mast-head.
Common Sense
Part 3
by Thomas Paine
The author gives his opinion on the state of American affairs.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 25: In Which All the Principal Personages Think Fit to Leave Brighton
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Amelia fools everyone but Dobbin. Rawdon's disappointment amuses Becky.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 23: The Island of Monte Cristo
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Dantes visits the Island of Monte Cristo.
Up from Slavery
Chapter 4: Helping Others
by Booker T. Washington
The author's experiences at school and back at home give him an even greater appreciation of the value of kindness, as well as the importance of education as a means of achieving equality.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
“Chapter 16”
by Oscar Wilde
Dorian tries to escape his troubles. He is recognized by more people than he bargained for, but manages to get away.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 65: Full of Business Pleasure
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Joseph pays a visit to Becky. Dobbin departs after a heated discussion.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 32: Of the Happy Life Oliver Began to Lead with His Kind Friends.
by Charles Dickens
Oliver slowly recovers from his wounds. Mr. Losberne and Oliver travel to London. Oliver continues to bond with Mrs. Maylie and Mis Rose.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 33: Wherein the Happiness of Oliver and His Friends, Experiences a Sudden Check.
by Charles Dickens
When Rose's health suddenly declines, Oliver is sent to summon Dr. Losberne.
The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man
Chapter 6
by James Weldon Johnson
The narrator travels to New York City and describes ragtime music.
A Florida Sketch-Book
Chapter 7: “On the St. Augustine Road”
by Bradford Torrey
The narrator travels down the St. Augustine Road and describes the scenery and meeting other travelers along the road
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court
Chapter 33: “Sixth Century Political Economy”
by Mark Twain
The Yankee compares Dowley’s wages in his kingdom to those in Arthur’s kingdom. The guests are confused at the concept of real wages and the Yankee talks of trade unions. The Yankee talks about the cruelty of stoning and warns them that they may be stoned for breaking the law.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 78: We Hear From Yanina
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
A newspaper prints an article which slanders the name of Fernand de Morcerf.
David Copperfield
Chapter 11: I Begin Life on My Own Account, and Don't Like It
by Charles Dickens
David, now in London, works at Mr. Murdstone's winery. Mr. Micawber is sent away.
Gulliver's Travels
Part Two: A Voyage to Brobdingnag: Chapter 5
by Jonathan Swift
Several adventurers that happened to the author. The execution of a criminal. The author shows his skill in navigation.
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.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 28: Looks After Oliver, And Proceeds with His Adventures.
by Charles Dickens
Oliver, delirious and alone, seeks assistance after the failed robbery. Brittles is sent to fetch a doctor as well as the authorities.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Chapter 13: Both at Their Best
by Charles Dickens
With the arrival of the Christmas recess, Edwin and Rosa come to an agreement in regards to their relationship. Edward devises a plan to break the news to Jasper.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Adventure 7: “The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
On the day before Christmas a man is caught in a fight and looses a goose and his hat. Sherlock Holmes is trying to figure out who the hat belongs to, when a blue carbuncle is found in the goose.
Fairy Tales and Other Traditional Stories
“The Fair One with the Golden Locks”
by Comtesse d'Aulnoy
Avenant is sent to win over The Fair One with the Golden Locks for the king in his land. He is set to a number of tasks and because of his good nature he is able to complete them. The princess falls in love with Avenant instead of the king, but is only able to marry him after the king’s death.
The Jungle
Chapter 10
by Upton Sinclair
House expenses continue to trouble Jurgis and his family. Ona, who has become pregnant and given birth to a son, is in poor health after returning to work too soon to recover from child birth.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 26: Between London and Chatham
by William Makepeace Thackeray
A description of George and Amelia's life.