The War of the Worlds
Book Two—The Earth Under the Martians, Chapter 8: Dead London
by H.G. Wells
The narrator proceeds into London, encountering the aftermath of the diminished Martian presence.
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Walden; or, Life in the Woods
The Village
by Henry David Thoreau
In order to stay up on current affairs, Thoreau visits Concord on a regular basis.
The Blithedale Romance
Chapter VII: “The Convalescent”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Priscilla visits Coverdale with a gift. Hollingsworth and Coverdale argue about the ideas of philanthropy.
Beyond the City
Chapter IX: “A Family Plot”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Clara and Ida carry out their scheme. Ida plays with chemicals in the kitchen while Clara reads maps and aspires to be a pilot. Meanwhile, they are learning to smoke and drink, all to their father’s horror.
Half-Past Seven Stories
Story 4: "The Blue Croaker, the Bright Agate, and the Little Gray Mig"
by Robert Gordon Anderson
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. The Toyman brings the three children marbles to play with and the story explains the many seasons of the fictional Boyland.
Anne of Green Gables
Chapter 17: A New Interest in Life
by Lucy Maud Montgomery
Longing to see Diana, Anne returns to school.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Fifth, Chapter 1
by Victor Hugo
Claude Frollo receives a visitor in his laboratory. Jacques Coictier, accompanied by the aging Father Tourangeau, is shocked by Claude Frollo's views. As he departs, Father Tourangeau divulges his identity to Claud Frollo.
St. Augustine Under Three Flags: Tourist Guide and History
"St. Augustine: Description of Fort Marion"
by W.J. Harris Company
Detailed information about the construction and features of the building which became known as Fort Marion.
The Tale of Tommy Fox
Chapter 1: “Tommy Enjoys Himself”
by Arthur Scott Bailey
Tommy Fox plays with a feather and runs in circles to distract a dog’s scent trail. On his way home, he gets hungry and picks up the scent of Old Mother Grouse.
Crime and Punishment
Part 3, Chapter 4
by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Sonia invites Raskolnikov to Marmeladov's funeral. Raskolnikov makes a request of Razumikhin, before teasing him about his feelings for Dunya.
Gulliver's Travels
Part Four: A Voyage to the Country of the Houyhnhnms: Chapter 2
by Jonathan Swift
The author conducted by a Houyhnhnm to his house. The house described. The author’s reception. The food of the Houyhnhnms. The author in distress for want of meat. Is at last relieved. His manner of feeding in this country.
A Victorious Union
Chapter XXX: “Another Sailing Contest Inaugurated”
by Oliver Optic
Christy deals with the Raven and its captain before undertaking a new mission.
Winesburg, Ohio
"Queer", concerning Elmer Cowley
by Sherwood Anderson
Elmer, feeling isolated and unhappy, lashes out at George.
Moby Dick
Chapter 22: Merry Christmas
by Herman Melville
The ship is navigated out to sea.
Around the World in 80 Days
Chapter 20: In Which Fix Comes Face to Face with Phileas Fogg
by Jules Verne
Phileas continues to spend time with Aouda as they explore the streets of Hong Kong. Having missed the Carnatic's departure, Phileas is forced to find transport elsewhere. A deal is struck to arrange travel to Shanghai.
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court
Chapter 29: “The Smallpox Hut”
by Mark Twain
The two come upon a hut with a woman dying of smallpox. The Yankee tries to convince the king to leave, but the king will not have it. Arthur brings the dying daughter to her mother and she proceeds to tell them about the cruelty of the church and the king and how they were excommunicated.
Lectures on Ten British Mathematicians
Chapter 1: "George Peacock"
by Alexander MacFarlane
A biography of George Peacock.
The Scarlet Letter
Chapter 22: “The Procession”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
The majestic procession passes through the marketplace. Hester is disheartened to see the richness and power of Puritan tradition displayed with such pomp. News about Chillingworth worries Hester about her future.
Twenty Talks to Teachers
Chapter 7: Opening Exercise
by Thomas E. Sanders
A list and description of possible exercises that can be used to catch the attention of your students at the beginning of the school day.
Gulliver's Travels
Part Three: A Voyage to Laputa, Balnibarbi, Luggnagg, Glubbdubdrib, and Japan: Chapter 4
by Jonathan Swift
The author leaves Laputa; is conveyed to Balnibarbi; arrives at the metropolis. A description of the metropolis, and the country adjoining. The author hospitably received by a great lord. His conversation with that lord.
The Journey to the Center of the Earth
Chapter VII. A WOMAN'S COURAGE
by Jules Verne
Wuthering Heights
Chapter 30
by Emily Brontë
Nelly's narrative ends; Zillah is now who tells Nelly about Cathy. Before Linton dies Cathy takes care of herself; after Linton dies, Cathy will not let Zillah or Hareton be nice to her.
The Woman in White
EPOCH TWO: “The Story Continued by Marian Halcombe, Part X”
by Wilkie Collins
Marian begins to feel the effects of her late night outing. Her journal entry becomes scattered and incomprehensible.
Behind the Scenes
Chapter 3: How I Gained My Freedom
by Elizabeth Keckley
Elizabeth is given the opportunity to purchase the freedom of herself and her son.
Little Women
Part 1, Chapter 18: Dark Days
by Louisa May Alcott
Mrs. March is sent for as Beth's condition worsens.