Beowulf
Chapter 2
by Francis Barton Gummere
Grendel is angered by the constant happiness of the Scyldings. The Scyldings are driven from the great hall.
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Beowulf
Chapter 25
by Francis Barton Gummere
Songs of the Wind on a Southern Shore, and other Poems of Florida
“Florida—The Treasure Land”
by George E. Merrick
The author celebrates the colorful history of pirates in Florida.
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
Chapter 17: “The Nine Tiny Piglets”
by L. Frank Baum
We learn more about a parade, tricks, games. Jim loses a race.
Beowulf
Chapter 40
by Francis Barton Gummere
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
Chapter 12: “A Wonderful Escape”
by L. Frank Baum
Dorothy and her friends start a roaring fire
A Victorious Union
Chapter III: “A Bivouac Near Fort Morgan”
by Oliver Optic
The men are paired together. They assume their chosen identities to blend in with confederate southerners.
The Invisible Man
Chapter 21
by H.G. Wells
Griffin tells Dr. Kemp about his first experiences after becoming invisible. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Chapter 22: “The Country of the Quadlings”
by L. Frank Baum
Dorothy and the others call the flying monkeys to take them beyond the Hammer-Heads to the land of the Quadlings. They reach Glinda’s castle and are admitted at once.
Beowulf
Chapter 31
by Francis Barton Gummere
Beowulf
Chapter 21
by Francis Barton Gummere
The Brown Fairy Book
How Geirald the Coward Was Punished
by Andrew Lang
Rosald, the son of a poor knight, and Geirald, the son of a rich man, head on a quest commissioned by Geirald’s father. In return for taking care of Rosald’s expenses, Geirald requests that Rosald give all credit of their quest to him. Rosald agrees and his ability to keep his promise proves to change his luck.
Beowulf
Chapter 13
by Francis Barton Gummere
The Emerald City of Oz
Chapter 13: “How the General Talked to the King”
by L. Frank Baum
Guph returns to the Nome King with the news of his assistance. The King is instantly pleased, but expresses his reservations about attracting such powerful allies. They discuss why Nomes are afraid of eggs.
Beowulf
Chapter 24
by Francis Barton Gummere
Seven O’Clock Stories
“Seventeenth Night: The Circus Comes to Town”
by Robert Gordon Anderson
In this story the circus comes to town and the three children enjoy the spectacle.
The Flamingo Feather
Chapter XV: "Rene in the Hands of His Enemies"
by Kirk Munroe
Rene manages to befriend one of his captors, but fears that all hope is lost. The tribe prepares for feasting and torture.
Beowulf
Chapter 1
by Francis Barton Gummere
The beloved Beow takes his rightful place as heir to the throne of the Scyldings, who continue to experience prosperity.
Beowulf
Chapter 9
by Francis Barton Gummere
The Yellow Fairy Book
The Giants and the Herd-Boy
by Andrew Lang
How a poor orphan boy won a princess and prosperity.
Around the World in 80 Days
Chapter 30: In Which Phileas Fogg Simply Does His Duty
by Jules Verne
Following a valiant fight against the Sioux's attack, Phileas leads a party to rescue the captured prisoners. Phileas' successful rescue of Passepartout is greatly received by Aouda. Phileas plans the next leg of his trip.
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Chapter 22
by Mark Twain
Tom continues to look for distractions. Tom finds himself suddenly ill.
The Flamingo Feather
Chapter XIII: "Arrival of Jean Ribault"
by Kirk Munroe
The men are interrupted in their departure by the arrival of ships. Later even more ships arrive, with good news. Unfortunately there is also the arrival of bad news, as the Spanish ships are not far behind.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
“Chapter 1”
by Mark Twain
The outcome of Huck and Tom's previous adventures are revealed. Widow Douglas' attempts to civilize Huck.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Chapter 23: “Glinda the Good Witch Grants Dorothy’s Wish”
by L. Frank Baum
Dorothy says good-bye to the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion. Glinda shows Dorothy the power of the silver shoes. Dorothy clicks them together three times and returns to Kansas.