Geology Anthology
Plain Geology
by George Otis Smith
The author conveys his thoughts on the overuse of technical language in the discussion and explanation of the natural sciences.
The author conveys his thoughts on the overuse of technical language in the discussion and explanation of the natural sciences.
Phileas' heroic profession is quickly backed by both Sir Francis and Passepartout. As the Parsee guide divulges greater details about the condemned woman's life, Phileas becomes more determined to rescue Aouda. Passepartout devises an intricate plan to save Aouda.
A final note from Baldwin regarding how he constructed his Story of Siegfried.
Miriam confronts Donatello.
Miriam confesses to Kenyon her unhappiness regarding Donatello.
How fortune can affect the outcome of affairs and the importance of free-will.
Jo and Professor Bhear divulge their true feelings to one another.
The narrator discusses Palm Beach, the pioneers, and the ocean.
The preface to the book.
Porcelain and Pink is a short story, by F. Scott Fitzgerald, about the mistaken identity of a woman in the bath-tub.
The narrator talks of an old bean man who hangs around the sea wall and watches for tourists. He goes on to describe the toll the winter in Florida is taking on the old man (who blames the Northerners for bringing the cold weather).
The Lees of Happiness, written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, is a short story about the growing love of husband and wife, Jeffrey and Roxanne. When Jeffrey has a stroke, a close family friend frequently visits and helps the couple through the difficult time.
Queen Ann was the ruler of Oogaboo, the smallest and poorest in the land of Oz (except for the peaceful Emerald City ruled by the young Ozma). Ann decides to build an army and overtake Ozma’s throne.
A couple makes personal sacrifices to give each other gifts for Christmas.
Whitefoot meets another one of his friends and explains his logic in his tendency to be excruciatingly timid.
The author describes how he attempted to teach three dimensions to his grandson.
The girls decide to experiment with laziness.
Du Bois discusses the progression of the black man after emancipation.
The Yankee makes plans to start a newspaper. Because of a mix-up, Sir Sagramor challenges the Yankee to a battle. The king suggests to the Yankee that he should go out adventuring to gain reknown in order to make himself more worthy to fight Sir Sagamor.
Pip prepares to leave for London feeling guilty about his behavior.
Mole and Rat visit Mr. Toad, who invites them to join him on a trip. Toad becomes enamored with a new craze while Mole and Rat catch the train home.
With their father away at war, Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy make plans for Christmas. A letter from their father arrives.