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The Pink Fairy Book

Peter Bull

by Andrew Lang

An older couple wishes that they had an heir. They have a bull calf that they adore, named Peter. They devise a plan to teach Peter to talk so that he may become their heir. They ask the clerk to help them in their endeavours. After a large investment, they are disappointed that they still have not seen Peter or evidence of his improvement. The clerk arrives to explain what has happened, and the man sets off in search of his “son.” All ends happily for everyone involved.

The Secret Garden

Chapter 14: “A Young Rajah”

by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Mary tells Martha about Colin who is worried that she may be fired for letting anyone near the ill son. Mary returns to Colin and they talk about positive thinking. When Master Craven and Mrs. Medlock enter the room, Colin tells them that he will see Mary any time he likes because she makes him feel well.

The Jungle

Chapter 26

by Upton Sinclair

Jurgis becomes a scab, undermining a union strike. Jurgis' financial prosperity ends after he assaults Connor a second time. Jurgis is promptly beaten and arrested for the third time.

Babbitt

Chapter 17

by Sinclair Lewis

The wealthy Eathorne's approval of George's suggestions gives him great pleasure. George's standing in the church continues to increase.