Northanger Abbey
Chapter XVII
by Jane Austen
Catherine has now become enamored of Henry Tilney, and even allows herself to occasionally indulge in the idea that she and Henry might become engaged. She is invited to Northanger Abbey, The Tilney home.
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The Red Badge of Courage
Chapter 20
by Stephen Crane
The charge falls apart as much of the regiment retreat. Henry assists the lieutenant in regrouping the soldiers for the offensive as the enemy starts their counter attack. Henry manages to organize the regiment around the flag. The regiment repels the enemy assault. The men's confidence is restored.
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
Part 3, Chapter 1: The Third Man
by Hugh Lofting
As the Curlew prepares to depart, an old friend arrives just in time to join the crew.
The Professor
Chapter 2
by Charlotte Brontë
William finds out what his responsibilities will be at this new trade. He also learns the boundaries of the relationship his brother is willing to have.
The Marble Faun
Chapter I: “Miriam, Hilda, Kenyon, Donatello”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
The author introduces the four major characters of the novel.
A Little Princess
Chapter 10: The Indian Gentleman
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Sara is startled into realizing that she looks like the poor children she had seen in her better days.
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
Chapter 1. “The Earthquake”
by L. Frank Baum
Dorothy, her cousin Zeb, her kitten, the horse and buggy fall through a crack, which is quite scary, but the animals begin to talk.
Japanese Fairy Tales
The Story of Princess Hase
by Yei Theodora Ozaki
How Princess Hase was conceived and lived her good life.
Tales of the Jazz Age
Porcelain and Pink
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Porcelain and Pink is a short story, by F. Scott Fitzgerald, about the mistaken identity of a woman in the bath-tub.
Tik-Tok of Oz
Chapter 15: “The Dragon Defies Danger”
by L. Frank Baum
The Nome soldiers, led by General Guph, attempted to capture the adventurers. The dragon, howerver, carried the adventurers higher than the nomes could reach. Queen Ann ordered Tik-Tok to attack the soldiers, but they ran back to the caverns.
Winesburg, Ohio
Sophistication, concerning Helen White
by Sherwood Anderson
George Willard experiences "a moment of sophistication" and sets out to find Helen White.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 27: In Which Amelia Joins Her Regiment
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Amelia's appearance affects George's regiment. Mrs. O'Dowd has plans for Glorvina and Jos.
Stories from Around the World
“Long, Broad, and Sharpsight”
by A. H. Wratislaw, M.A.
How three characters, Long, Broad, and Sharpsight, help a prince find his bride.
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court
Chapter 21: “The Pilgrims”
by Mark Twain
The Yankee and Sandy leave the house together. They join a procession of pilgrims going to the Valley of Holiness. The Yankee sees a procession of slaves and a young mother beaten. He vows to end slavery as soon as he can. They meet Sir Ozana Le Cure Hardy. The Yankee sends a message in Sir Ozana’s hat to Clarence.
Squinty, the Comical Pig
Chapter 1: “Squinty and the Dog”
by Richard Barnum
The readers find out the origin of Squinty’s name. Squinty and his brothers and sisters grow up. Squinty wants to see the world and have some adventures, so he escapes. However, he’s caught by the dog.
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
Chapter V: Advice from a Caterpillar
by Lewis Carroll
The Caterpillar tells Alice how to change her size.
Wuthering Heights
Chapter 27
by Emily Brontë
As Edgar's health fades, Heathcliff worries that Linton will die before Edgar. He imprisons Cathy and Nelly after he convinces them to visit, and will not release Cathy until she marries Linton. Nelly is kept prisoner for five days.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 85: The Journey
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Albert accompanies the Count of Monte Cristo to Normandy.
The Moving Picture Girls Under the Palms or Lost in the Wilds of Florida
Chapter 23: The Palm Hut
by Laura Lee Hope
The troupe re-boards the craft in search of The Magnolia. A turn down the creek leads to a discovery.
Canoemates: A Story of the Florida Reef and Everglades
Chapter XXXIV: “Hemmed in by a Forest Fire”
by Kirk Munroe
Sumner and Worth struggle to escape the fire, but are confused by the dense smoke. They finally find assistance in the form of Ul-we.
The Secret Garden
Chapter 21: “Ben Weatherstaff”
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Mary and Dickon speak in a Yorkshire dialect and Colin joins them for the first time. Colin asks Dickon about the great gray tree from which his mother fell. Ben Weatherstaff sees the children and insults Colin.
Black Beauty
Part 4, Chapter 47: Hard Times
by Anna Sewell
Now in the employment of a large cab company, Black Beauty is subjected to harsh treatment by his new master and drivers.
The Jungle
Chapter 6
by Upton Sinclair
Jurgis is told the history of his house, only to learn it is neither new or bought at a fair price. Ona and Stanislova secure jobs. Jurgis and Ona begin planning for their wedding.
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.
Around the World in 80 Days
Chapter 35: In Which Phileas Fogg Does Not Have to Repeat His Orders to Passepartout Twice
by Jules Verne
Phileas, having arrived back home, sets Aouda up in the guest room before shutting himself up in his room to ponder his predicament. After a proposal by Aouda, Phileas admits his true feelings.