The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 29
by Jack London
Now on "Endeavor Island", Hump and Maud are determined to make the best of the situation.
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Eleventh, Chapter 4
by Victor Hugo
After a period of years, the skeleton of Esmerald, buried in the common vault of Montfaucon, is found embraced by a disfigured skeleton.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 25: Wherein This History Reverts to Mr. Fagin and Company.
by Charles Dickens
Crackit arrives at Fagin's and informs him that the robbery has failed and Oliver has been shot.
Philosophy and Fun of Algebra
Chapter 5: "Mathematical Certainty and Reductio ad Absurdum"
by Mary Everest Boole
The author explains to benefit of embracing reductio ad absurdum.
Treasure Island
Part Five: My Sea Adventure, Chapter 27: Pieces of Eight
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Jim rips free from the mast and swims to the island. He takes cover in the stockade and sees the pirates have taken over. He tries to run but is too late.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 52: Fagin's Last Night Alive.
by Charles Dickens
Mr. Brownlow and Oliver pay a last visit to the ill-fated Fagin.
The Outdoor Girls in Florida
Chapter XVI: "Suspicious Characters"
by Laura Lee Hope
Betty determines that they should not stop for these strangers, despite their pleas and threats. The girls are more cautious in their travels, and when planning their next voyage they bring along a chaperone.
The Red Badge of Courage
Chapter 4
by Stephen Crane
Henry's brigade watches a battle in the distance. Rumors circulate throughout the men concerning the strength of the enemy and the fighting ability of certain regiments. Henry's lieutenant is wounded. Men continue to retreat from an enemy that is yet to be seen.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 19: In Which a Notable Plan is Discussed and Determined On
by Charles Dickens
Oliver is volunteered for a job with Bill Sikes. Fagin, remembering an earlier incident, keeps his eye on Nancy.
Treasure Island
Part One: The Old Buccaneer, Chapter 5: The Last of the Blind Man
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Jim sees eight men running to the inn, including the blind man named Pew. They seem disappointed to find something missing from the chest. Pew orders the men to find the fugitives. When a fight breaks out, the men scatter and Pew is killed by men on horseback coming to investigate. Jim finds the inn ruined and goes to Livesey’s house.
Tales of the Jazz Age
May Day Chapter VII
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Oliver Twist
Chapter 44: The Time Arrives for Nancy to Redeem Her Pledge to Rose Maylie. She Fails.
by Charles Dickens
Fagin watches Nancy closely, hoping to blackmail her with any information he discovers.
Whitefoot the Woodmouse
"Whitefoot Finds a Hole Just in Time"
by Thornton W. Burgess
Butcher Bird begins to dodge at Whitefoot and he runs up the tree looking for a hole to hide in. He finds one near the top and narrowly escapes being eaten.
The Four Million
"Springtime Á La Carte"
by O. Henry
A woman fears she has been forgotten.
The Flamingo Feather
Chapter I: "Réné de Veaux"
by Kirk Munroe
When Rene De Veaux’s parents die he goes to live with his uncle, who happens to be setting out on an exploration of the new world.
Historic American Documents
The United States Bill of Rights
by James Madison
The ten original amendments of the United States Constitution, authored by James Madison, passed by Congress on September 25, 1789 and ratified on December 15, 1791.
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.
Black Beauty
Part 1, Chapter 19: Only Ignorance
by Anna Sewell
Having taken ill, Black Beauty receives questionable medical treatment from the local horse doctor.
Whitefoot the Woodmouse
"Whitefoot Climbs a Tree"
by Thornton W. Burgess
Whitefoot finally becomes tired despite his fear and is forced to stop for rest. He finds a dead tree and climbs it, looking for a hollow. However, as he climbs the tree, another enemy flies into view.
The Heart of Happy Hollow
Chapter 11: The Triumph of Ol' Mis' Pease
by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Ol' Mis' Pease seeks revenge from Nancy Rogers, after Nancy marries her ex-husband.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 39
by Jack London
The Ghost, sets sail one last time, headed towards the coast of Japan. After a period of rough weather, the exhausted couple find themselves in more familiar seas. Hump and Maud finally admit their true feelings.
Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
“Ginger and Pickles”
by Beatrix Potter
This book tells the story of shopkeepers Ginger, a tom-cat, and Pickles, a Terrier. They allow their customers credit and are unable to collect enough to pay the bills and subsequently go out of business. Their competition, Tabitha Twitchit, raises her prices once customers are forced to shop there and a few try to compensate by selling some specialized goods with limited success. Eventually, Henny Penny, a hen, reopens the shop.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
“Chapter 12”
by Mark Twain
Huck and Jim build a wigwam on the raft to provide some shelter. The pair travel at night to avoid being seen. Huck and Jim encounter some thieves while exploring a sunken steamboat.
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court
Chapter 27: “The Yankee and the King Travel Incognito”
by Mark Twain
The Yankee and Arthur decide to wander through the countryside disguised as peasants. The king has a hard time acclimating to being a peasant.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 27
by Jack London
As they make their escape, Hump instructs Maud on the finer aspects of sailing and steering. Hump, although concerned with the nature of their situation, remains unafraid.