The Picture of Dorian Gray
“Chapter 12”
by Oscar Wilde
Basil tries to speak to Dorian about his reputation.
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Seven O’Clock Stories
“Twelfth Night: About Duckie the Stepchild and the Little Ship”
by Robert Gordon Anderson
The three children watch the Toyman make a boat for them to play with. As they play they also hear the commentary of the various animals in the barnyard.
Fairy Tales and Other Traditional Stories
“Sleeping Beauty”
by Grimm Brothers
An angry fairy casts a spell on a lovely princess. The spell is made less frightening by another fairy. In spite of all efforts to avoid the spell, the princess falls prey to its power. The spell can only be broken by the kiss of a handsome prince charming.
Moby Dick
Chapter 105: Does the Whale's Magnitude Diminish?--Will He
by Herman Melville
Ishmael, in awe of the whale, ponders their enduring survival.
Lyrics of the Hearthside
The Garret
by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Within a London garret high,
Winesburg, Ohio
The Thinker, concerning Seth Richmond
by Sherwood Anderson
The story of Seth Richmond and his friendship with George Willard.
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 Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists
Chapter IV: "Jerry Meets Trouble Half Way"
by Captain Quincy Allen
The boys arrive in Florida, after an uneventful trip, and prepare the boat for their journey south. Will reflects on past adventures as they all wonder at what adventures they will find. Things seem to be going well, until they hit a snag.
Moby Dick
Chapter 17: The Ramadan
by Herman Melville
Ishmael observes one of Queequeg's religious ceremonies.
Winesburg, Ohio
The Philosopher, concerning Doctor Parcival
by Sherwood Anderson
Doctor Parcival tells George of his past in Dayton, Ohio and shares the secret of human life.
Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
“The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes”
by Beatrix Potter
An innocent squirrel accused of stealing nuts is forced down a hole in a tree, where he meets a friendly chipmunk.
Fairy Tales and Other Traditional Stories
The Emperor's New Clothes
by Hans Christian Andersen
The very vain Emperor in this fairy tale is tricked by a pair of thieves.
The Emerald City of Oz
Chapter 15: “How Dorothy Happened to Get Lost”
by L. Frank Baum
The gang helps to settle an argument between a zebra and a crab. The next morning Dorothy gets up early and, along with Toto and Bellina, takesa walk through the forest. They get lost and come upon the Spoon Brigade who take them to the kingdom of Utensia.
Japanese Fairy Tales
The Story of the Man Who Did Not Wish to Die
by Yei Theodora Ozaki
How Sentaro was taught not to covet unending life.
The Red Badge of Courage
Chapter 15
by Stephen Crane
As Henry marches with Wilson he remembers the letters Wilson gave him before the first battle. Henry uses the letters to rationalize his retreat. Henry returns the letters to Wilson.
The Moving Picture Girls Under the Palms or Lost in the Wilds of Florida
Chapter 22: Ashore
by Laura Lee Hope
Night passes slowly into day as the troupe wait safely offshore until sunrise.
The Outdoor Girls in Florida
Chapter XIV: "The Tattered Youth"
by Laura Lee Hope
The girls chase the boat up the stream, trying to formulate a plan to stop whatever creature is towing it along. They are happy to finally spot a boy on a craft in the river, whom they appeal to for assistance.
Philosophy and Fun of Algebra
"Basil and Margaret"
by Mary Everest Boole
The author introduces her work with a short fable.
The Secret Garden
Chapter 20: “‘I Shall Live Forever—and Ever—and Ever!’”
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Mary and Dickon take Colin to see the garden. At once, his pale skin becomes rosey again. Mary and Colin both comment about this being their first time seeing springtime.
Just So Stories
"The Elephant's Child"
by Rudyard Kipling
How elephants got trunks, and how the Elephant’s Child learned to like his new feature.
The Moving Picture Girls Under the Palms or Lost in the Wilds of Florida
Chapter 1: Overboard
by Laura Lee Hope
The film troupe departs New York for Florida. A member of the cast finds himself in serious need of assistance.
Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
“Ginger and Pickles”
by Beatrix Potter
This book tells the story of shopkeepers Ginger, a tom-cat, and Pickles, a Terrier. They allow their customers credit and are unable to collect enough to pay the bills and subsequently go out of business. Their competition, Tabitha Twitchit, raises her prices once customers are forced to shop there and a few try to compensate by selling some specialized goods with limited success. Eventually, Henny Penny, a hen, reopens the shop.
Squinty, the Comical Pig
Chapter 3: “Squinty is Lost”
by Richard Barnum
Squinty manages to escape the farm and the dog. He steals some potatoes, takes a bath, and winds up lost.
The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists
Chapter VIII: "Will Does It"
by Captain Quincy Allen
Will decides to explore on his own, despite the fact that he has the least experience and expertise in the area. He is enthralled with his photography, and loses track of the camp. He finds another camp, but not all is well there.
The Moving Picture Girls Under the Palms or Lost in the Wilds of Florida
Chapter 3: A Disquieting Item
by Laura Lee Hope
Mr. Towne protests the filming of the accident. A newspaper article catches Alice’s eye.