Wakulla, A Story of Adventure in Florida
"A Runaway’s Story, and its Happy Ending"
by Kirk Munroe
Mr. Elmer comes home with Mr. March. Mr. March sees Frank again for the first time in awhile.
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Physics
Book 1
by Aristotle
The author poses some questions about principles of motion.
The Brown Fairy Book
Story of Wali Dad the Simple-Hearted
by Andrew Lang
An old man saves his money and does not know what to do with it. He buys a beautiful bracelet and gives it to a princess who sends him an extravagant gift that he then immediately sends to a prince. There is a constant exchange of gifts between the three until the old man is transformed into a man of great wealth and the prince and princess find each other.
Around the World in 80 Days
Chapter 37: In Which It is Shown That Phileas Fogg Gained Nothing by His Tour Around the World, Unless it Were Happiness
by Jules Verne
Having won his wager, Phileas prepares for his wedding. The events just prior to Phileas' arrival at the Reform Club are presented to the reader.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 31
by Jack London
Hump continues to create a measure of comfort for himself and Maud.
Tales of the Jazz Age
Mr. Icky
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Mr. Icky, by F. Scott Fitzgerald, is a short story describing a strange conversation between Mr. Icky, an older man dressed in a costume, and a young boy named Peter.
The Professor
Chapter 23
by Charlotte Brontë
William decides to reveal his feelings to Frances.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Third: The Track of a Storm—Chapter 7: A Knock at the Door
by Charles Dickens
Darnay is re-arrested, having been accused by Defarge, Madame Defarge, and an unknown third party.
Hamlet
Act 5, Scene 1
by William Shakespeare
Hamlet and Horatio come upon two grave-diggers. Hamlet ponders the inevitability of death. The arrival of Ophelia's funeral procession results in a confrontation between Hamlet and Laertes.
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court
Chapter 3: “Knights of the Table Round”
by Mark Twain
The Yankee is brought to the Round Table. Prisoners present themselves to Guenever. Sir Kay tells about Launcelot stealing his armor, and Merlin puts everyone to sleep.
My Bondage and My Freedom
Chapter 23: Introduced to the Abolitionists
by Frederick Douglass
A prominent abolitionist invites Mr. Douglass to share his experiences.
The Marble Faun
Chapter X: “The Sylvan Dance”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Miriam tells Donatello that she believes he is a true faun. They frolic and revel in the glade.
The Iliad
Introduction
by Homer
Introduction by Theodore Buckley
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court
Chapter 8: “The Boss”
by Mark Twain
The Yankee is comfortable in his new position, but has no title. He gains a title from the people, but is angered at the slavery and rule of the king. He likes the king, but does not respect him.
Jane Eyre
Chapter IV
by Charlotte Brontë
About two months have passed, and Jane has been enduring even crueler treatment from her aunt and cousins while anxiously waiting for the arrangements to be made for her schooling. Now Jane is finally told she may attend the girls’ school Lowood, and she is introduced to Mr. Brocklehurst, the stern-faced man who runs the school. Mr. Brocklehurst abrasively questions Jane about religion, and he reacts with indignation when she declares that she finds the psalms uninteresting. Jane's aunt warns Mr. Brocklehurst that the girl also has a propensity for lying, a piece of information that Mr. Brocklehurst says he intends to publicize to Jane’s teachers upon her arrival. When Mr. Brocklehurst leaves, Jane is so hurt by her aunt’s accusation that she cannot stop herself from defending herself to her aunt. Mrs. Reed, for once, seems to concede defeat. Shortly thereafter, Bessie tells Jane that she prefers her to the Reed children. Before Jane leaves for school, Bessie tells her stories and sings her lovely songs.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 2
by James Fenimore Cooper
Magua agrees to lead Alice, Cora, and Major Heyward to Fort William Henry by means of a secret path. The group encounters an interesting stranger along the way.
Silas Marner
Part 1, Chapter 14
by George Eliot
Molly is laid to rest. Silas' decision is cause for further sympathy from the villagers. Dolly Winthrop lends a hand.
Curly and Floppy Twistytail, the Funny Piggie Boys
Chapter 15: “The Piggies in a Cornfield”
by Howard R. Garis
On their way home from school, Curly and Flop come upon a girl mouse whose tail is stuck under a rock. The piggie boys help her and she promises to help them someday. When the alligator comes by to eat them, the mouse girl helps out after all.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 57: Eothen
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Amelia continues to feel a sense of obligation and duty, devoting her life to her father. Major Dobbin heads home and runs into an old friend on the way. Upon the receipt of good news, Dobbin's spirit is lifted.
Main Street
Chapter 25
by Sinclair Lewis
Will feels that Carol does not appreciate him and wonders whether other women would still find him attractive. Complaining of a backache, Maud Dyer visits Will's office. Will receives an invitation from Nat Hicks. Will's relationship with Maud continues to escalate.
The Little Lame Prince
Chapter 8
by Maria Dinah Mulock Craik
Prince Dolor goes to see the king and finds that he has died and a revolution is occurring amongst the townspeople. Dolor regrets wanting to see the world.
Buttercup Gold and Other Stories
“The Little New Year”
by Ellen Robena Field
Maurice is visited by the little New Year and his cart of gifts. He shows Maurice the wonders of giving to others and the happiness that it brings.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 22
by James Fenimore Cooper
Gamut tells Hawkeye the women have been taken to separate locations. Gamut and Heyward intend to get a message to the women.
The Blithedale Romance
Chapter XXIV: “The Masqueraders”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Upon his return to Blithedale, Coverdale stumbles upon a strange scene.
Stories from Around the World
Ananzi and the Lion
by Traditional
A fellow gets the better of a lion.