The Invisible Man
Chapter 20
by H.G. Wells
Griffin recalls the events leading up to his invisibility. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
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Beyond the City
Chapter III: “Dwellers in the Wilderness”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
New characters are introduced, such as Hay Denver and Dr. Walker and his two daughters, all acquainted with Mrs. Westmacott and her nephew. Their relationships are developed through dialogue as they head to the country to get fresh air and exercise.
The Professor
Chapter 1: Introductory
by Charlotte Brontë
The narrator introduces himself through a letter written to an old schoolmate. The letter tells of his decision to become a tradesman, as well as of meeting his brother and his brother's wife.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the First: Recalled to Life—Chapter 6: The Shoemaker
by Charles Dickens
Lucie is reunited with her father.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 16: Relates What Became of Oliver Twist, After he had Been Claimed By Nancy.
by Charles Dickens
Oliver finds himself back at Fagin's house, where Nancy prevents Oliver from further punishment.
The Works of Edgar Allan Poe
The Pit and the Pendulum
by Edgar Allan Poe
About the torments endured by a prisoner of the revived Spanish Inquisition.
His Last Bow: A Reminiscence of Sherlock Holmes
“The Adventure of the Bruce-Partington Plans, Part 2”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
A continuation of the previous story in which Holmes’s brother visits him and tells him that three pages of the secret submarine plans are missing. The rest of the papers were found with the body of Arthur Cadogen West, however the three missing could enable an enemy to construct the submarine.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Second, Chapter 7
by Victor Hugo
In order to avert a tragedy, Esmeralda agrees to marry Gringoire. Gringoire finally gets some rest.
The Jungle
Chapter 11
by Upton Sinclair
Jurgis learns of the "Beef Trust". A harsh winter falls on the city, once again taking a toll on Jurgis and his family. Jurgis misses work after spraining his ankle.
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.
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Adventure 5: “The Five Orange Pips”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Sherlock Holmes is faced with a bizarre case that is a family affair. Two brothers and a son all receive letters from the KKK, addressed from India that contain five dried orange pips, the omen of death. When it comes to be the son’s turn, he begs Holmes for his advice.
Anne of Green Gables
Chapter 19: A Concert a Catastrophe and a Confession
by Lucy Maud Montgomery
Anne and Diana's unexpected encounter with Josephine Barry leads to an unusual arrangement.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 46: Struggles and Trials
by William Makepeace Thackeray
The Dobbin sisters attempt a reconciliation. The elder Osborne makes Amelia an offer.
Jane Eyre
Chapter XXXI
by Charlotte Brontë
At Morton, the wealthy heiress Rosamond Oliver provides Jane with a cottage in which to live. Jane begins teaching, but to her own regret, she finds the work degrading and disappointing. While on a visit to Jane, St. John reveals that he, too, used to feel that he had made the wrong career choice, until one day he heard God’s call. Now he plans to become a missionary. The beautiful Rosamond Oliver then appears, interrupting St. John and Jane’s conversation. From their interaction, Jane believes that Rosamond and St. John are in love.
Winesburg, Ohio
Godliness, a Tale in Four Parts: Part 2, also concerning Jesse Bentley
by Sherwood Anderson
Many years later, Jesse is visited by his grandson.
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
Part 1, Chapter 11: The Nautilus
by Jules Verne
Captain Nemo gives Aronnax a personal tour of the ship.
The Age of Innocence
Part 2, Chapter 26
by Edith Wharton
Newland discovers new details about Ellen's relationship with the Mingott family, following her decision regarding her marriage.
Flappers and Philosophers
Bernice Bobs Her Hair
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Marjorie's attempts to improve Bernice's social skills has unexpected consequences.
The Jungle
Chapter 10
by Upton Sinclair
House expenses continue to trouble Jurgis and his family. Ona, who has become pregnant and given birth to a son, is in poor health after returning to work too soon to recover from child birth.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book First, Chapter 2
by Victor Hugo
The people are not impressed by Gringoire's new work. The Cardinal finally makes his appearance.
The Woman in White
EPOCH THREE: “The Story Continued by Walter Hartright, Part V”
by Wilkie Collins
Walter takes Pesca to the opera to see if he recognizes the Count. The result is not as he expected. He explains his plans to Pesca, and Pesca does all in his power to assist him.
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
Part 1, Chapter 18: Four-Thousand Leagues Under the Pacific
by Jules Verne
Aronnax returns to the Nautilus's platform. Captain Nemo discusses the personality of the sea. Aronnax and Conseil continue to witness amazing scenes from the inside of the Nautilus.
Little Women
Part 1, Chapter 8: Jo meets Apollyon
by Louisa May Alcott
Jo's refusal to invite Amy has unintended consequences. A near tragedy brings the sisters back together.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 54: A Flurry in Stocks
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Albert and Debray visit the Count of Monte Cristo's home and discuss various matters with him.
Gulliver's Travels
Part One: A Voyage to Lilliput: Chapter 2
by Jonathan Swift
The emperor of Lilliput, attended by several of the nobility, comes to see the author in his confinement. The emperor’s person and habit described. Learned men appointed to teach the author their language. He gains favour by his mild disposition. His pockets are searched, and his sword and pistols taken from him.