The Invisible Man
Chapter 12
by H.G. Wells
The Invisible Man takes revenge on the inhabitants of The Coach and Horses. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
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The Secret Garden
Chapter 7: “The Key to the Garden”
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Martha talks with Mary about her family. Mary realizes that for the first time, she actually likes and cares for someone else. Martha comes to find out that Mary doesn’t even like herself. Mary finds a mysterious key.
The Invisible Man
Chapter 22
by H.G. Wells
Griffin tells of his experiences at the market. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: Selected Works
Nuremberg
by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
This poem describes the artistic town of Nuremburg through the eyes of merchants and laborers
Half-Past Seven Stories
Story 1: "The Little Lost Fox"
by Robert Gordon Anderson
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. This story specifically focuses on the children saving a little fox named Reddy from the redcoats.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
“Chapter 20”
by Oscar Wilde
After contemplating past and future, Dorian decides to rid himself of the portrait.
Moby Dick
Chapter 48: The First Lowering
by Herman Melville
The crew board the harpoon boats. New crew members make their presence known.
The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists
Chapter XXIV: "The 'Norther'"
by Captain Quincy Allen
The risk that worried Frank and Joe becomes a larger concern as the storm sets in. The boat makes it to an island, where they set up camp to wait for the storm to pass. They are happy to wait it out, as their journey soon shows itself to be almost at an end.
American Short Fiction
The Snow-Image: A Childish Miracle
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Two children, Violet and Peony, construct a girl out of snow. This snow-image comes to life, however, their parents think she is a human girl and bring her inside where she promptly melts.
The Woman in White
EPOCH ONE: “The Story Begun by Walter Hartright, Part X”
by Wilkie Collins
News comes that unsettles the residents of Limmeridge. Marian reveals what she knows to Walter. Arrangements are made for his departure.
Gulliver's Travels
Part Four: A Voyage to the Country of the Houyhnhnms: Chapter 5
by Jonathan Swift
The author at his master’s command, informs him of the state of England. The causes of war among the princes of Europe. The author begins to explain the English constitution.
Up from Slavery
Chapter 1: A Slave Among Slaves
by Booker T. Washington
The author's earliest memories of childhood and the conditions in which his family lived and worked are explained.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Ninth, Chapter 5
by Victor Hugo
Claude Frollo, having discovered that Esmeralda is still alive, becomes jealous of Quasimodo. Claude Frollo's advances are once again rebuked.
Half-Past Seven Stories
Story 5: "The Old Woman Who Lived on the Canal"
by Robert Gordon Anderson
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. This story focuses on the three boys as they play on the river and the canal. They see a very interesting boat and watch its activities.
The Bird's Christmas Carol
Chapter 7: The Birdling Flies Away
by Kate Douglas Wiggin
The church-choir sings as Carol gets some much needed rest.
Northanger Abbey
Chapter XII
by Jane Austen
The next morning, Catherine goes to the place where the Tilneys are staying, planning to explain everything. The servant tells her that Eleanor is not at home, but as Catherine walks away she sees Eleanor exit with her father. Mortified, Catherine fears she has greatly offended the Tilneys. Catherine’s two social spheres beging to conflict with each other.
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.
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.
The Yellow Fairy Book
A Story About a Darning-Needle
by Andrew Lang
A darning-needle takes on different jobs and has adventures.
The Invisible Man
Chapter 21
by H.G. Wells
Griffin tells Dr. Kemp about his first experiences after becoming invisible. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
Moby Dick
Chapter 22: Merry Christmas
by Herman Melville
The ship is navigated out to sea.
The Secret Garden
Chapter 23: “Magic”
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Mary, Dickon, Colin, and Ben continue to tend to the garden while Colin’s strength increases. He is determined to build his strength enough to surprise his father when he returns. They discuss Magic.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 2: Treats of Oliver Twist's Growth, Education, and Board.
by Charles Dickens
Having been orphaned at childbirth, young Oliver is left in the care of Mrs. Mann. Mr. Bumble arrives to take Oliver to slightly more hospitable surroundings. After losing a bet, Oliver makes an unusual request.
Curly and Floppy Twistytail, the Funny Piggie Boys
Chapter 21: “The Piggies and the Jelly”
by Howard R. Garis
Curly and Flop are left alone at Uncle Wiggly’s bungalow. They meet Pocohontas who wants some jelly. They give her what they have and she promises to do them a favor sometime. Then, a big bear comes and captures the two pigs. Pocohontas makes a bow and arrow and wounds the bear saving the two pigs.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
“Chapter 16”
by Mark Twain
Huck and Jim are afraid they passed Cairo. Huck questions whether or not to turn Jim over to the authorities. Bad luck continues to follow Huck and Jim.