The Number Concept
“Chapter 1”
by Levi Leonard Conant, Ph. D.
The author discusses the history and philosophy of counting.
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Fairy Tales and Other Traditional Stories
“Jack and the Bean-Stalk”
by Charles Perrault
An adventurous fairy tale about a boy Jack and his encounter with giants.
Hamlet
Act 2, Scene 2
by William Shakespeare
Claudius and Gertrude hope that visitors will help with Hamlet's mood. Claudius receives news from Norway. Polonius, believing he has discovered the cause for Hamlet's madness, attempts to have a conversation with him. The arrival of the acting troupe gives Hamlet the opportunity to devise a trap for Claudius.
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
Part 2, Chapter 20: In Latitude 47° 24' and Longitude 17° 28'
by Jules Verne
As the ship heads towards the English Channel, Captain Nemo shares the story of the Vengeur with Aronnax.
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Chapter 3
by Mark Twain
Tom tries to attract the attention of Becky Thatcher. Tom is wrongly accused and punished by Aunt Polly when Sid has an accident, causing him to evaluate his importance in the world.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
“Chapter 40”
by Mark Twain
A group of locals show up to prevent the theft of Jim. Huck, Tom, and Jim narrowly escape down the river.
The Outdoor Girls in Florida
Chapter II: "Good News"
by Laura Lee Hope
Uncle Isaac tells what he knows of Will’s disappearance. Mr. Ford begins to question his decision to send his son to Atlanta. The girls discuss the invitation to a Florida orange grove.
Fairy Tales and Other Traditional Stories
“Jack the Giant Killer”
by Joseph Jacobs
A fairy tale about a boy Jack, known as the Giant Killer, and his adventures of escape from giants, magicians, and other horrendous monsters.
Little Women
Part 1, Chapter 20: Confidential
by Louisa May Alcott
Mrs. March returns and visits Amy. Mr. Brooke's intentions towards Meg are disclosed.
Great Expectations
Chapter 33
by Charles Dickens
Estella's visit fills Pip with optimism.
At the Dry Tortugas During the War
“At the Dry Tortugas During the War, Part 3”
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.
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court
Preface and Introduction
by Mark Twain
The preface is a disclaimer signed by the author. In the introduction/explanation, the stranger tells the narrator his story of being a yankee in Connecticut.
The Story of Siegfried
Adventure 17: “How Siegfried Lived in Nibelungen Land”
by James Baldwin
Siegfried’s life in Nibelungen.
The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym
Chapter 23
by Edgar Allan Poe
Pym and Peters continue to search for a means of escape from the island.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 6: The Deputy Procureur du Roi.
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
In an aristocratic residences of Marseilles, Monsieur de Villefort is celebrating his betrothal when he is interrupted by a servant informing him of a Bonapartist plot discovery, including the arrest of Edmond Dantes.
A Victorious Union
Chapter XXI: “Captain Sullendine Becomes Violent”
by Oliver Optic
Captain Sullendine boards ship, and is taught a lesson in proper behavior. Christy informs his Captain of his actions on the West Wind.
Jack Tier; or, The Florida Reef
Part I, Chapter III
by James Fenimore Cooper
Rose struggles through disagreements with her aunt during a letter writing session. Rose questions Captain Spike, speaks with Mulford, and takes a liking to Jack Tier.
The Journey to the Center of the Earth
Chapter XII. A BARREN LAND
by Jules Verne
Tales of the Jazz Age
The Diamond as Big as the Ritz Chapter 10
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Chapter 5: Mr. Durdles and Friend
by Charles Dickens
While proceeding home, Jasper encounters Durdles and a boy named called Deputy.
The Pink Fairy Book
How the Hermit Helped to Win the King’s Daughter
by Andrew Lang
A king advertises that he will wed his daughter to one who can make a ship that will float on both land and sea. Three brothers each have their hand at building such a ship, but the kindness of the youngest allows him success, as he befriends a holy hermit. The group journeys to the kingdom, picking up friends along the way. Unfortunately, the king changes the rules when they arrive, but the man's new friends help him to meet the king’s demands.
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
Part 2, Chapter 19: The Gulf Stream
by Jules Verne
As the ship travels through the Gulf Stream, the men continue to wait for their opportunity to escape. Captain Nemo presents his manuscript to Aronnax.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 58: Our Friend the Major
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Jos and Dobbin get a good nights sleep. Dobbin prepares for a reunion of sorts.
Canoemates: A Story of the Florida Reef and Everglades
Chapter XXVI: “The Florida Everglades”
by Kirk Munroe
The source of the gunshots is revealed. Quorum cooks up a feast. They make their way towards a smoking hill.
The Professor
Chapter 5
by Charlotte Brontë
Edward confronts William.