Babbitt
Chapter 20
by Sinclair Lewis
Concerned for his friend's well-being, George waits for Riesling at his hotel room only to find out that things are not as they seem.
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Sylvie and Bruno
Chapter 4: “A Cunning Conspiracy”
by Lewis Carroll
The Chancellor signs an agreement with my Lady who has given herself the title of Vice Wardeness.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Third: The Track of a Storm—Chapter 1: In Secret
by Charles Dickens
Darnay is arrested after arriving in Paris and is held "in secret".
A Victorious Union
Chapter I: “The Mission to Mobile Point”
by Oliver Optic
Captain Breaker discusses a mission with Christy, which he is the most perfectly suited to complete.
Main Street
Chapter 24
by Sinclair Lewis
After a conversation with Bresnahan, Carol's opinion of Will becomes more critical. A visit from Will's friends causes tension in the Kennicott home, eventually resulting in a extreme request by Carol. Bea's departure leaves Carol doing all the housework. Will's proposal of building a new house only leaves Carol more frustrated than before.
Twenty Talks to Teachers
Chapter 4: Passing the Examination
by Thomas E. Sanders
How teachers, both young and old, can prepare for the formal examination.
Heart of Darkness
Part 2
by Joseph Conrad
Marlow overhears a conversation regarding Kurtz. Marlow starts his journey up river to visit Kurtz accompanied a by the local natives.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Fifth, Chapter 2
by Victor Hugo
The narrator explores Claude Frollo's statements concerning the printed book in his laboratory.
David Copperfield
Chapter 53: Another Retrospect
by Charles Dickens
Dora's health continues to decline.
Main Street
Chapter 25
by Sinclair Lewis
Will feels that Carol does not appreciate him and wonders whether other women would still find him attractive. Complaining of a backache, Maud Dyer visits Will's office. Will receives an invitation from Nat Hicks. Will's relationship with Maud continues to escalate.
Romeo and Juliet
Act 2, Scene 1
by William Shakespeare
After the conclusion of the ball, Romeo sets out to find Juliet.
Beowulf
Chapter 10
by Francis Barton Gummere
Silas Marner
Part 1, Chapter 10
by George Eliot
The robbery continues to bring kindness and sympathy to Silas' door. Godrey looks forward to seeing Nancy once again, but still worries that Dunstan will return to Raveloe.
The Scarlet Letter
Chapter 21: “The New England Holiday”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Echoing the novel’s beginning, the narrator describes another public gathering in the marketplace, but this time the purpose is to celebrate the installation of a new governor. Hester receives uneasines news about her journey and Chillingworth.
The Tragedy of MacBeth
Act 2, Scene 3
by William Shakespeare
Macduff and Lennox arrive to talk with Duncan, resulting in the discovery of Duncan's body. Macbeth takes revenge on the accused. Malcolm and Donaldbain make hasty plans to ensure their safety.
Main Street
Chapter 35
by Sinclair Lewis
Carol continues to silently endure life in Gopher Prairie. Vida excitedly welcomes Raymond Wutherspoon back home from war. The townspeople's quickly increasing wealth prompts the arrival of Mr. Blausser, a businessman deadset on improving and expanding Gopher Prairie. Carol is finally prepared to leave Gopher Prairie.
Canoemates: A Story of the Florida Reef and Everglades
Chapter VIII: “Life on the Lonely Island”
by Kirk Munroe
Deserted on the island, the boys make do and try to come up with a plan.
Sense and Sensibility
Chapter XLII
by Jane Austen
It is April, and the Dashwood girls, the Palmers, and Mrs. Jennings, and Colonel Brandon set out for Cleveland, the Palmer’s estate.
The Flamingo Feather
Chapter VI: "The Journey in Search of Food" The Flamingo Feather
by Kirk Munroe
The boys journey by canoe. Concerns are raised when they find evidence of others pursuing the tribe, evidence that leads them to fear there are enemies nearby.
Northanger Abbey
Chapter II
by Jane Austen
The chapter continues its description of Catherine and introduces her mother, Mrs. Allen, and offcer Catherine’s first impressions of Bath.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
“Chapter 9”
by Oscar Wilde
Basil comes to see Dorian after hearing news of Sibyl. He inquires about showing the portrait of Dorian
The Crimson Fairy Book
“The Six Hungry Beasts”
by Andrew Lang
The animals of the forest are hungry. The fox manages the best of all the beasts because he is clever enough to trick them into giving him their family members and other animals.
Florida Trails
Chapter X: “Down the Indian River”
by Winthrop Packard
The narrator describes the birds (in particular the bobolinks and the yellow-billed cuckoo) and their migrating routes. He also talks about the different fruit and trees found along the Indian River.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Third: The Track of a Storm—Chapter 14: The Knitting Done
by Charles Dickens
Miss Pross has one last encounter with Madame Defarge as she and Cruncher prepare to leave the city.
Behind the Scenes
Chapter 9: Behind the Scenes
by Elizabeth Keckley
Elizabeth describes her interactions with new freedmen and freedwomen in the White House. Mrs. Lincoln's debts continue to grow.