The Mystery of Cloomber
Chapter II: “Of the Strange Manner in Which a Tenant Came to Cloomber”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
The narrator and his sister spy a light in Cloomber Tower and discover two people inside.
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The Marble Faun
Chapter XI: “Fragmentary Sentences”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Miriam talks to the model of death. She fears he might be crazy.
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
Part 1, Chapter 5: Polynesia
by Hugh Lofting
En route to the Stubbins home, Doctor Dolittle describes Polynesia and the role she played in his development as a doctor and his understanding of various animal languages. An old friend makes a surprise visit bringing word of various friends and acquaintances.
Logic: Deductive and Inductive
“Chapter 14”
by Carveth Read, M.A.
Logic: Deductive and Inductive
“Chapter 11”
by Carveth Read, M.A.
Moby Dick
Etymology and Extracts
by Herman Melville
A brief overview of the Etymology of the word "whale".
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 28: The Prison Register
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Dantes, in a disguise of an Englishman, makes inquires about Morrel and Son, in order to help Morrel through his bankruptcy.
A Florida Sketch-Book
Chapter 7: “On the St. Augustine Road”
by Bradford Torrey
The narrator travels down the St. Augustine Road and describes the scenery and meeting other travelers along the road
Half-Past Seven Stories
Story 13: "When the Door Opened"
by Robert Gordon Anderson
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. A story that continues to describe the traditions of Christmas. The three children receive a special visit from Santa, who distributes their Christmas presents.
A Connecticut Yankee In King Arthur’s Court
Chapter 8: “The Boss”
by Mark Twain
The Yankee is comfortable in his new position, but has no title. He gains a title from the people, but is angered at the slavery and rule of the king. He likes the king, but does not respect him.
The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists
Chapter XXI: "A Strenuous Night"
by Captain Quincy Allen
Frank has to act quickly to save himself. They decide to wait for the bear. After recording their exploits on film they resume their travels. The following night finds them setting up camp on shore.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 18: The Treasure
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Abbe tells Dantes of a secret treasure.
The Marble Faun
Chapter XVI: “A Moonlight Ramble”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
While the party continues, Miriam takes a moonlit walk and is confronted by someone from her past. Noticing her terror, Donatello goes to her and threatens violence on her intruder.
The Go Ahead Boys and the Racing Motor-Boat
Chapter 10
by Ross Kay
As the boys continue on the chapter describes the banter between them as they switch their posts and continue sailing. However, the motor boat begins to drift and they are not sure how far off course they have gotten and do not know if help will be on the way.
Just So Stories
"How the Leopard Got His Spots"
by Rudyard Kipling
How a leopard and an Ethiopian hunter changed the color of their skin to help them hunting the animals of the High Veldt.
The Bird's Christmas Carol
Chapter 3: The Bird's Nest
by Kate Douglas Wiggin
The Bird family prepares for another Christmas.
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
Chapter 10. “The Braided Man of Pyramid Mountain”
by L. Frank Baum
A crazy old man sells Dorothy and the gang his useless wares.
Behind the Scenes
Chapter 5: My Introduction to Mrs. Lincoln
by Elizabeth Keckley
Now in Washington D.C., Elizabeth is introduced to Mrs. Lincoln.
Obras de Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer — Tomo Primero
Leyenda 10: “La Corza Blanca”
by Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer
Garces searches for the truth behind the animals he encounters who laugh at night in the woods. He heard incredible stories during an afternoon hunt. When he learns the truth, it will break his heart. Garces busca la verdad sobre los animales que se rien en el bosque por las noches. Ha oido historias increibles durante la caza. Cuando aprenda la verdad, le rompir? el coraz?n.
The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes
Adventure 7: “The Crooked Man”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Holmes calls Watson to witness his last move in a case about the murder of a colonel. His wife is the prime suspect because they were having an argument when he died.
Japanese Fairy Tales
The Quarrel of the Monkey and the Crab
by Yei Theodora Ozaki
The monkey and the crab were playing along the river. The monkey finds a persimmon seed and the crab a rice dumpling; the monkey convinces the crab to exchange the items. The crab grows a tree from the seed, and asks the monkey to help him pick the fruit. The monkey is greedy, and eats all the fruit and then throws hard seeds at the crab, killing him. The crab’s son plans revenge on the monkey, eventually killing him.
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
Part 2, Chapter 17: From Cape Horn to the Amazon
by Jules Verne
After surfacing, the men rush to catch their breath. Aronnax continues to document his observations.
The Blithedale Romance
Chapter XXVI: “Zenobia and Coverdale”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Zenobia breaks down and asks Coverdale to relay a message to Hollingsworth before disappearing into the woods.
The Time Machine
Chapter 4
by H.G. Wells
The Time Traveller encounters a group of strange creatures and explores the world of the future.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 8
by James Fenimore Cooper
An Iroquois attack wounds Gamut and Heyward. Cora devises a plan.