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The Number Concept

“Chapter 2”

by Levi Leonard Conant, Ph. D.

The author discusses a worldwide history of number systems.

Moby Dick

Chapter 90: Heads or Tails

by Herman Melville

Ishmael explains the odd fishing laws of England.

Catherine, Eleanor and Henry try to speculate about how Frederick Tilney will handle his apparent engagement to Isabella. The General proposes that the group take a trip to visit Henry at his Woodston home.

The Count of Monte Cristo

Chapter 12: Father and Son

by Alexandre Dumas, pére

At his hotel, Villefort speaks with his father.

Presidential Addresses and Messages

Annual Message to Congress, December 3, 1805

by Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson's fifth Annual Address to Congress (now known as the State of the Union Address).

The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle

Part 1, Chapter 2: I Hear of the Great Naturalist

by Hugh Lofting

Having come across an injured squirrel, Tommy is directed to the office of John Dolittle by his friends. Matthew tells Tommy of the good doctors many voyages. Upon arriving at the doctor's house, the visitors encounter the loyal dog Jip, but find that the doctor is no where to be found.

Presidential Addresses and Messages

Annual Message to Congress, November 6, 1792

by George Washington

George Washington's fourth Annual Address to Congress (now known as the State of the Union Address).

Winesburg, Ohio

Godliness, a Tale in Four Parts: Part 2, also concerning Jesse Bentley

by Sherwood Anderson

Many years later, Jesse is visited by his grandson.

A Tale of Two Cities

Book the Third: The Track of a Storm—Chapter 5: The Wood-Sawyer

by Charles Dickens

Lucie stands near La Force, hoping Darnay will be able to see her. Darnay will stand trial soon.

Sylvie and Bruno

Chapter 22: “Crossing the Line”

by Lewis Carroll

Arthur and Lady Muriel prepare for Captain Lindon’s arrival.

Moby Dick

Chapter 57: Of Whales in Paint; in Teeth; in Wood; in Sheet-Iron; in Stone

by Herman Melville

A discussion of the assortment of art that has been inspired by the whale.

Dracula

Chapter 14

by Bram Stoker

The Harkers meet with Van Helsing and discuss Jonathan’s experiences with Count Dracula. Van Helsing and Seward discuss the injured children.

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 Outdoor Girls in Florida

Chapter XVII: "In Danger"

by Laura Lee Hope

The girls set out for the day accompanied by Tom. They are having a pleasant day, enjoying the walk on the shore, when they have some unexpected visitors.

The Journey to the Center of the Earth

CHAPTER XLV. ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL

by Jules Verne

Oliver Twist

Chapter 15: Showing How Very Fond of Oliver Twist, The Merry Old Jew and Miss Nancy Were.

by Charles Dickens

While running an errand for Mr. Brownlow, Oliver runs into Nancy and Bill Sikes.

Winesburg, Ohio

Paper Pills, concerning Doctor Reefy

by Sherwood Anderson

The story of Dr. Reefy and his brief, but happy marriage to a much younger woman.

Anne of Green Gables

Chapter 26: The Story Club Is Formed

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

In an attempt to help improve Diana's imagination, The Story Club is formed.

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.

Tik-Tok of Oz

Chapter 8: “Tik-Tok Tackles a Tough Task”

by L. Frank Baum

Betsy and her friends meet Queen Ann and her army. Queen Ann tries to conquer Betsy and her friends, but once the Shaggy Man removed the Love Magnet from his pocket, all talk of conquering was forgotten. Ann decides to conquer Ruggedo instead and makes Tik-Tok her new private.