Northanger Abbey
Chapter XXI
by Jane Austen
Catherine makes some discoveries about Eleanor and is disturbed by a violent storm later that evening.
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Agnes Grey
Chapter IV: The Grandmamma
by Anne Brontë
Agnes Grey details the behavior of the children, their father, and his mother. She laments the short vacation she was given to visit with her family, and finds understanding only in the nurse.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Fourth, Chapter 3
by Victor Hugo
The year is 1482 and by virtue of Claude Frollo's promotion to archdeacon of Josas, Quasimoto has been appointed the bell ringer, a position that brings him great pleasure as well as great pain.
Winesburg, Ohio
Sophistication, concerning Helen White
by Sherwood Anderson
George Willard experiences "a moment of sophistication" and sets out to find Helen White.
The Flamingo Feather
Chapter XII: "Abandoning the Fort"
by Kirk Munroe
Has-se shares the secret of the fort with Rene. The provisions are traded. The men make ready to return to France.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 62: Ghosts
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
The guests for the Count of Monte Cristo's Auteuil party begin to arrive.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
“Chapter 15”
by Oscar Wilde
Dorian attends a dinner party, but finds himself distracted and bored. He returns home to discard the remaining evidence of Basil’s presence there.
The Castles of Athlin and Dunbayne
Chapter II
by Ann Radcliffe
Osbert vows to avenge his father’s death, while Alleyn feels an attraction to Mary. They set out into battle, but face capture.
Agnes Grey
Chapter VII: Horton Lodge
by Anne Brontë
Agnes Grey describes her new position and the family for whom she works.
Peter Pan
Chapter 3: Come Away, Come Away!
by J.M. Barrie
With Wendy's parents now absent, Peter Pan and Tinkerbell pay a visit to the Darling children.
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.
The Scarlet Letter
Chapter 23: “The Revelation of the Scarlet Letter”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Dimmesdale finishes his Election Day sermon, which focuses on the relationship between God and the communities of mankind, and has an encounter with Hester to whom he makes a confession.
The Marble Faun
Chapter XLI: “Snow-Drops and Maidenly Delights”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Kenyon and Hilda enjoy their reunion and catch up on past events.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 9
by Jack London
Hump has an extended philosophical discussion with Captain Larsen, while an enraged Mugridge continues to perform extra duties. An argument with Captain Larsen results in the continuation of Hump's duties as cabin boy. The situation between Mugridge and Hump finally comes to a head.
The Iliad
Book 1: The Contention of Achilles and Agamemnon
by Homer
The story of Achilles and Agamemnon is told. The Gods nearly come to blows as a result of mortal conflict.
The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man
Chapter 3
by James Weldon Johnson
The narrator reflects on his first exposure to Uncle Tom’s Cabin.
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court
Chapter 17: “A Royal Banquet”
by Mark Twain
Morgan Le Fay begs the Yankee to give them an exhibition of his powers. After prayer, a large dinner reception is held. An old woman interrupts the banquet to curse Le Fay for killing her grandson. Le Fay takes the Yankee to the dungeon to see a man being tortured on a rack. The Yankee asks to speak to the prisoner.
A Little Princess
Chapter 6: The Diamond Mines
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
In one of Captain Crewe's letters, he reveals an interesting story causing much excitement in all the girls.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 3: Rebecca is in Presence of the Enemy
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Becky Sharp is introduced to Joseph Sedley.
A Christmas Carol
“Stave I”
by Charles Dickens
Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his deceased business partner. Marley's ghost warns Ebenezer to expect three more visitors.
The Woman in White
EPOCH ONE: “The Story Continued by Marian Halcombe, Part II”
by Wilkie Collins
Mariam describes the events leading up to the impending nuptials. She tries to convince herself of the goodness of Sir Percival, but finds fault with him nonetheless.
The Scarlet Letter
Chapter 17: “The Pastor and His Parishioner”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
In the forest, Hester and Dimmesdale are finally able to escape both the public eye and Chillingworth. They join hands and sit in a secluded spot near a brook. Hester tells Dimmesdale that Chillingworth is her husband. The former lovers plot to steal away on a ship to Europe, where they can live with Pearl as a family.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 41: Containing Fresh Discoveries, and Showing that Surprises, Like Misfortunes, Seldom Come Alone.
by Charles Dickens
Oliver is once again taken to see Mr. Brownlow. Mr. Brownlow and Miss Rose tell Nancy's story to Mrs. Maylie and Mr. Losberne.
The Marble Faun
Chapter XXXIII: “Pictured Windows”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Donatello and Kenyon continue on their journey and comment on their natural surroundings.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 49: In Which We Enjoy Three Courses and a Dessert
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Lord Steyne makes a strong suggestion to Lady Blanche. Becky meets a sympathetic party and continues to make a positive impression.