David Copperfield
Chapter 3: I Have a Change
by Charles Dickens
Peggotty takes David to Yarmouth where he meets his nephew and niece. Before returning home, Peggotty tells David of his mothers marriage.
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The House of the Seven Gables
Chapter X: “The Pyncheon-Garden”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Phoebe and Holgrave bring the once dead garden back to life. She and Clifford often stroll the gardens to lift his spirits. Hepzibah begins arranging sunday afternoon lunches with Phoebe, Clifford, Holgrave, and Uncle Venner. For once, Clifford seems animated.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Third: The Track of a Storm—Chapter 10: The Substance of the Shadow
by Charles Dickens
Dr. Manette's own account of his imprisonment is read in court. Darnay's fate is sealed by the actions of his father and uncle.
Heart of Darkness
Part 1
by Joseph Conrad
Marlow recounts his journey up the Congo River to the narrator and his fellow travelers.
A Little Princess
Chapter 7: The Diamond Mines Again
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Sara requests for Becky to stay while she opens her birthday presents.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 29: Brussels
by William Makepeace Thackeray
George rethinks his choices, turning to Amelia once more.
Flappers and Philosophers
Benediction
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
In the midst of a major life decision, Lois reacquaints herself with her older brother who is training to be a Jesuit priest.
The War of the Worlds
Book Two—The Earth Under the Martians, Chapter 7: The Man on Putney Hill
by H.G. Wells
The narrator runs into a disheveled artilleryman, who relays some information about the Martian situation.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Chapter 12: A Night with Durdles
by Charles Dickens
While proceeding to the Cathedral late at night, Jasper and Durdles secretly observe the behavior of Crisparkle and Neville. Jasper recalls an odd experience he had at the crypt while Durdles later experiences something strange himself.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Eighth, Chapter 4
by Victor Hugo
Her spirit broken, Esmeralda is taken to her cell, in the Tournelle. After some time has pased Claude Frollo visits the condemned prisoner, eventually professing his love for her.
Walden; or, Life in the Woods
The Pond in Winter
by Henry David Thoreau
Thoreau continues to describe winter in Walden Pond.
Jane Eyre
Chapter V
by Charlotte Brontë
Four days after meeting Mr. Brocklehurst, Jane boards the 6 a.m. coach and travels alone to Lowood. When she arrives at the school, the day is dark and rainy, and she is led through a grim building that will be her new home. The following day, Jane is introduced to her classmates and learns the daily routine, which keeps the girls occupied from before dawn until dinner. Miss Temple, the superintendent of the school, is very kind, while one of Jane’s teachers, Miss Scatcherd, is unpleasant, particularly in her harsh treatment of a young student named Helen Burns. Jane and Helen befriend one another, and Jane learns from Helen that Lowood is a charity school maintained for female orphans, which means that the Reeds have paid nothing to put her there. She also learns that Mr. Brocklehurst oversees every aspect of its operation: even Miss Temple must answer to him.
David Copperfield
Chapter 41: Dora's Aunts
by Charles Dickens
David receives a welcomed letter from Dora's aunt, prompting David to pay visit.
The Call of the Wild
Chapter 3: The Dominant Primordial Beast
by Jack London
Buck struggles, but continues to prevail. Spitz and Buck nearly come to blows. The sled team continues down the trail, where an undeclared war comes to a dramatic end.
Dracula
Chapter 8
by Bram Stoker
Lucy is attacked by a tall thin figure and has two puncture marks on her throat. She continues to act strangely in her sleep. Mina hears that Jonathan is in a hospital in the care of Mr. Peter Hopkins. Jonathan requests she join him and marry him there. Dr. Jack Seward tells about the strange behavior he observers from his lunatic client Renfield.
At the Dry Tortugas During the War
“At the Dry Tortugas During the War, Part 4”
by Emily Holder
The following is an account written by Emily Holder describing her memories of Fort Jefferson. They tell the poignant and often fascinating story of the hardships, isolation and drama of daily life at the Dry Tortugas in the nineteenth century.
The Professor
Chapter 23
by Charlotte Brontë
William decides to reveal his feelings to Frances.
The House of the Seven Gables
Chapter V: “May and November”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Phoebe begins to brighten the house with her presence. Hepzibah and Phoebe quarrel, but Hepzibah is persuaded to let Phoebe stay for a few weeks. After making breakfast, Phoebe helps out in the store and sells most of the inventory. Hepzibah is thrilled at Phoebe’s work and gives her a tour of the house.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 24: In Which Mr. Osborne Takes Down the Family Bible
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Dobbin delivers a letter to George.
David Copperfield
Chapter 26: I Fall into Captivity
by Charles Dickens
Mr. Spenlow invites David to his home, where he is introduced to Dora. Mrs. Crupp sees a change in David's attitude upon returning from the Spenlow home.
Crime and Punishment
Epilogue
by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Raskolnikov's goes to trial and is sentenced to 8 years hard labor in Siberia. Razumikhin and Dunya finally marry. While in prison, Raskolnikov finds redemption and renewal.
A Christmas Carol
“Stave II”
by Charles Dickens
Ebenezer Scrooge nervously waits for the first spirit. Ebenezer is confronted with events from his childhood.
Jack Tier; or, The Florida Reef
Part II, Chapter IX
by James Fenimore Cooper
The fate of all is revealed. Spike has the chance to consider the faults and wrongs he has committed.
Babbitt
Chapter 29
by Sinclair Lewis
George's involvement with Tanis begins to take a toll on his health and reputation. George receives his first invitation into the Good Citizen's League.
The Woman in White
EPOCH THREE: “The Story Continued by Walter Hartright, Part II”
by Wilkie Collins
Walter explains the events that led to the sisters' reunion, as well as the circumstances that brought all three together once more.