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The Brown Fairy Book

The Knights of the Fish

by Andrew Lang

A fairy tale about two boys born to a man who catches a magical fish. They go their separate ways and have their separate adventures. Both end in success.

The Age of Innocence

Part 2, Chapter 21

by Edith Wharton

The newlyweds return to New York where Newland avoids a chance encounter with Ellen.

The Go Ahead Boys and the Racing Motor-Boat

The boys determine that their motor-boat can compete with the Varmint II. Sam keeps them grounded telling them that they can only win if they can go faster than the other boat. They try the race again and feel encouraged by the outcome. Miss Susie seems to bring bad luck, but nothing bad happens that cannot be fixed. Mr. Button’s prejudice toward her grows.

The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists

Chapter XXI: "A Strenuous Night"

by Captain Quincy Allen

Frank has to act quickly to save himself. They decide to wait for the bear. After recording their exploits on film they resume their travels. The following night finds them setting up camp on shore.

Vanity Fair

Chapter 55: In Which the Same Subject is Pursued

by William Makepeace Thackeray

Becky awakes to find that her situation has changed. Lady Jane gives Sir Pitt a choice. Rawdon receives some favorable news.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

“Chapter 13”

by Mark Twain

Huck and Jim steal the robber's boat, but send a ferryman to rescue them from the wreckage. Huck feels he has done a good deed.

Florida Trails

Chapter XXI: “Easter at Palm Beach”

by Winthrop Packard

The narrator describes Palm Beach as “a gem in a jungle.”

St. Augustine Under Three Flags: Tourist Guide and History

"St. Augustine: Guide to St. Augustine as it is Today"

by W.J. Harris Company

Detailed descriptions of the various landmarks of St. Augustine as they were in 1918.

Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea

Part 2, Chapter 18: The Devilfish

by Jules Verne

Captain Nemo's behavior changes dramatically after departing the American coast. The Nautilus and her crew encounter the giant squid.

Peter Pan

Chapter 8: The Mermaids' Lagoon

by J.M. Barrie

A peaceful visit to the Mermaid's Lagoon is interrupted by the arrival of pirates.

The Blue Fairy Book

Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp

by Traditional

An impoverished young man named Aladdin is recruited by a sorcerer to retrieve a lamp from a booby-trapped magic cave. After the sorcerer attempts to double-cross him, Aladdin keeps the lamp for himself, and discovers that it summons a surly djinn that is bound to do the bidding of the person holding the lamp. With the aid of the djinn, Aladdin becomes rich and powerful and marries princess Badroulbadour. The sorcerer returns and is able to get his hands on the lamp by tricking Aladdin’s wife, who is unaware of the lamp’s importance. Aladdin discovers a lesser, polite djinn is summoned by a ring loaned to him by the sorcerer but forgotten during the double-cross. Assisted by the lesser djinn, Aladdin recovers his wife and the lamp.

The Go Ahead Boys and the Racing Motor-Boat

Chapter 4

by Ross Kay

The three boys find their missing companion in Albany when they arrive. John caught a ride on the Varmint and then they speak about how the boats compare and talk about the different canals they can explore.

Tik-Tok of Oz

Chapter 21: “A Bashful Brother”

by L. Frank Baum

When Betsy and her friends reach the Metal Forest, they discover Queen Ann and her officers capturing Ruggedo. Upon learning about the shift in power, they free the former King and allow him to fill his pockets with gems and leave. Shaggy Man is reunited with his brother, the Ugly One (who wears a mask to hide his ugliness).

At the Dry Tortugas During the War

“At the Dry Tortugas During the War, Part 4”

by Emily Holder

The following is an account written by Emily Holder describing her memories of Fort Jefferson. They tell the poignant and often fascinating story of the hardships, isolation and drama of daily life at the Dry Tortugas in the nineteenth century.

The Count of Monte Cristo

Chapter 97: The Departure for Belgium

by Alexandre Dumas, pére

Eugenie and her friend Louise escape from Paris.

A Victorious Union

Chapter X: “The Casting Off of the Towline”

by Oliver Optic

The ship is spotted while Christy tries to locate the Bellevite.

The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists

Chapter XVI: "Joe"

by Captain Quincy Allen

The rescue is completed, at some risk to themselves. They find out the story of little Joe, and consider themselves happy to help such a child. Danger still lingers nearby as they wait to see what the sharpie will do next.

Peter Pan

Chapter 2: The Shadow

by J.M. Barrie

With his shadow captured, Peter is forced to return to the Darling home and face Nana.

by Mark Twain

Tom, having returned home temporarily, overhears his Aunt Polly speaking with Mrs. Harper. Tom, Joe, and Huck continue to pursue their new life as pirates.