Babbitt
Chapter 2
by Sinclair Lewis
The Babbitt family assembles for breakfast. The reader is introduced to the Babbitt children, Verona, Ted, and little Tinka.
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The Works of Edgar Allan Poe
Old English Poetry
by Edgar Allan Poe
The author presents his opinion of English poetry.
Up from Slavery
Chapter 15: The Secret of Success in Public Speaking
by Booker T. Washington
The author continues his work as a public speaker while still devoting himself to the prosperity of the Tuskegee Institute.
Flatland
Part 1, Section 12: Of the Doctrine of Our Priests
by Edwin A. Abbott
The author explains the basic doctrine of the priests.
The Age of Innocence
Part 2, Chapter 20
by Edith Wharton
Newland and May travel to Europe for the honeymoon, where they visit with friends.
The Marble Faun
Chapter XXII: “The Medici Garden”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Miriam and Donatello have a discussion in the garden.
The Colored Cadet at West Point
Chapter 10: Treatment
by Henry O. Flipper
Henry describes the treatment he received while attending West Point.
The Works of Edgar Allan Poe
Ligeia
by Edgar Allan Poe
The narrator experiences tragedy, but is reunited with his love through an unconventional occurrence.
Sense and Sensibility
Chapter IV
by Jane Austen
The clash between sense and sensibility is again shown in this discussion between Elinor and Marianne, and what their views on Edward and Elinor’s relationship are.
The Number Concept
“Chapter 2”
by Levi Leonard Conant, Ph. D.
The author discusses a worldwide history of number systems.
Anne of Green Gables
Chapter 33: The Hotel Concert
by Lucy Maud Montgomery
Anne overcomes her stage fright to give a recital at a local upscale hotel.
The Call of the Wild
Chapter 5: The Toil of Trace and Trail
by Jack London
The exhausted sled team arrives at Skaguay, where they meet their new owners.
David Copperfield
Chapter 59: Return
by Charles Dickens
David returns to London where he visits with old friends and acquaintances.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 9
by James Fenimore Cooper
Heyward, Cora, Alice, and Gamut attempt to hide from the enemy, but are eventually discovered by Magua and taken prisoner.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 47: Gaunt House
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Tom Eaves gives his opinion. Lord Steyne is troubled by his son's situation, but continues to distract himself with lavish parties.
The Works of Edgar Allan Poe
Four Beasts in One - The Homo-Cameleopard
by Edgar Allan Poe
The picture of a possible future is presented to the reader.
The Jungle
Chapter 22
by Upton Sinclair
Jurgis jumps aboard a freight train in a state of shock. In the country Jurgis becomes a vagabond, stealing just to survive. After witnessing a mother and child, Jurgis breaks down.
Walden; or, Life in the Woods
Winter Animals
by Henry David Thoreau
Thoreau observes the winter wildlife at Walden Pond.
The Outdoor Girls in Florida
Chapter VIII: "Launching the Boat"
by Laura Lee Hope
The girls arrive in Florida, and are introduced to the heat, Southern food, orange picking, and the slower way of life.
The Story of Doctor Dolittle
Chapter 11: The Black Prince
by Hugh Lofting
Having become lost while heading towards the shore, Doctor Dolittle and the animals are once again taken prisoner by the King of Jolliginki. Polynesia has a conversation with Prince Bumpo.
Tik-Tok of Oz
Chapter 18: “A Clever Conquest”
by L. Frank Baum
After successfully waking Quox, Polychrome and Quox decide to attack. Quox is instantly captured. However, upon seeing the dragon’s ribboned locket, Ruggedo’s magical powers vanish. Quox opens the locket and eggs appear and frighten Ruggedo—chasing him away from his kingdom.
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Chapter 23
by Mark Twain
With the start of Muff Potter's trial, Huck and Tom remember Muff's kindness.
The Works of Edgar Allan Poe
The Tell-Tale Heart
by Edgar Allan Poe
The narrator finds it increasingly difficult to conceal an act of violence from the authorities.
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.
Sylvie and Bruno
Chapter 24: “The Frogs’ Birthday-Treat”
by Lewis Carroll
Queen Titania’s baby is missing.