Grimm's Fairy Tales
Cat-Skin
by Grimm Brothers
A lord's daughter disguises herself as a peasant then returns to the castle to work in the kitchen.
A lord's daughter disguises herself as a peasant then returns to the castle to work in the kitchen.
This chapter, covering the years 1867 to 1878, gives the author's first hand account of his experiences during the Reconstruction period, as well as a critique of the Federal Government's actions following the Civil War.
A village is preparing for a visit from Zeus. Everyone is too busy or too tired to extend any kindness to two beggars except Philemon and Baucis. This poor old couple has time for the strangers and are rewarded in a very unusual way for their generosity. This story is a translation of "Philemon and Baucis" from Metamorphoses by the Roman poet Ovid.
Kay's grandmother tells the children about the Snow Queen. Kay's behavior is greatly affected by pieces of the troll-mirror. Kay encounters the Snow Queen.
Hawkeye, the white hunter, and Chingachgook, a mohican, discuss current events while Uncas trails Maqua tribesmen. The hear a party is approaching on horseback.
Exam results are posted, bringing positive news to Anne. The Cuthbert's continuing health problems concern Anne.
Macbeth carries out the plan with some help from Lady Macbeth.
Walter leaves home preparing himself for his new employment, but is distracted by a woman he meets on the road. She is mysterious and interesting to Walter, but is gone before he can find out more.
Dorothy meets the King of Bunnybury and has lunch with him. He cries and complains about how unhappy he is being king. Dorothy says she’ll talk to Glinda and help him find a replacement.
A white fairy befriends a young prince. The fairy gave the prince a ring and tells him that whenever he did something unkind, the ring would prick his finger and he would lose her friendship. After several unkind deeds she turned him into a dog. Only changing his ways would bring him back to his handsome self.
The reader is introduced to Mr. Shelby, Uncle Tom, and Aunt Chloe. Mr. Shelby's money problems create an unfortunate situation for Uncle Tom and Eliza.
Walter finds himself feeling things he never expected to feel. He looks to Marian to discover the cause for Laura's behavior.
Worth learns about alligators and panthers.
Gerda finally arrives at the Snow Queen's Palace where she finds Kay and his captor on the frozen lake.
A new voice takes over the diary.
"Lo! I must tell a tale of chivalry;"
Mr. Douglass remembers his mother.
Columbus seeks a new route to the Indies and discovers America. His frightened sailors continually want to turn back and even threaten him. After about 10 weeks they do find land and natives.
Anne comes to the aid of the Barry family.
Squinty was taken on a train and finally to a white house where he was given food and water. The Pig family wonders what is happening to Squinty. Squinty learns to jump rope.
A confused Jasper exits the opium den before proceeding to the cathedral.
After returning to the Shelby home, Master George sets his slaves free.
Following the failed mutiny, Hump remains in the sleeping quarters quietly listening to the disgruntled sailors before being called to Captain Larsen's cabin.
The Time Traveller begins to understand the relationship between the Morlocks and the Eloi. With nightfall approaching, the Time Traveller looks for a safe place to rest.
The "Pirates" borrow a raft, intending to camp at a nearby island. The boys are alarmed at the news of a drowning.