The Scarlet Letter
Chapter 10: “The Leech and His Patient”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
The inwardly tortured minister soon becomes Chillingworth’s greatest puzzle. The doctor relentlessly and mercilessly seeks to find the root of his patient’s condition.
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The Woman in White
EPOCH TWO: “The Story Continued by Marian Halcombe, Part V”
by Wilkie Collins
Marian and Laura take a walk, where Laura reveals some details of her marriage to Sir Percival. They see a strange figure, and Marian tries to find out who it could have been.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book First, Chapter 4
by Victor Hugo
Coppenole convinces the Parisians to run the election as they do in Flanders.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 21: A Quarrel About an Heiress
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Old Osborne has his own plan for George. George defies his father wishes.
Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus
Chapter 22
by Mary Shelley
Victor and his father return home and begin planning the wedding. He remembers the monster’s threat and keeps it a secret from Elizabeth, who is still worried about his frequent illnesses. The wedding takes place and they leave for a family cottage.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 37: In Which the Reader May Perceive a Contrast, Not Uncommon in Matrimonial Cases.
by Charles Dickens
Mr. Bumble and Mrs. Corney find their plans fulfilled, although not everyone is entirely satisfied with the current situation. Monks questions Mr. Bumble about Old Sally.
A Victorious Union
Chapter VI: “Captain Sullendine of the West Wind”
by Oliver Optic
Christy offers up the services of his own men in place of the missing sailors.
Up from Slavery
Chapter 12: Raising Money
by Booker T. Washington
As the Tuskegee Institute continues to expand, the author pays a visit to General Armstrong of the Hampton Institute to secure the needed funding.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 57: In the Lucerne Patch
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Maximilian visit Valentine at her house secretly.
The Crimson Fairy Book
“The Story of the Seven Simons”
by Andrew Lang
A king searches for a bride as handsome and clever as himself. There was one Princess Helena, however it would take ten years to find her and by that time she would be old and unbeautiful. The king meets seven Simons, all masters of their respective trades, and all are useful to him in his quest. They retrieve the princess and the king marries her.
David Copperfield
Chapter 28: Mr. Micawber's Gauntlet
by Charles Dickens
The Micawbers and Tommy Traddles attend a dinner at David's apartment. Littimer visits David in search of Steerforth. David advises Tommy in regards to Mr. Micawber's situation.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Second: The Golden Thread—Chapter 16: Still Knitting
by Charles Dickens
Defarge receives warning of a spy in the neighborhood. John Barsad pays a visit to Defarge's wine shop.
Great Expectations
Chapter 15
by Charles Dickens
Joe defends Mrs. Joe's honor by fighting Orlick. Miss Joe is attacked.
David Copperfield
Chapter 16: I Am a New Boy in More Senses Than One
by Charles Dickens
David finally meets the headmaster, and continues to make new friends at Canterbury. Jack Maldon's departure leaves Annie very emotional.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Tenth, Chapter 5
by Victor Hugo
King Louis XI, in Paris visiting, reviews the crown's expenditures, taking great pride in a specially designed cage in the Bastille. The Truand uprising continues as Gringoire is interrogated by the King.
Gulliver's Travels
Part One: A Voyage to Lilliput: Chapter 6
by Jonathan Swift
Of the inhabitants of Lilliput; their learning, laws, and customs; the manner of educating their children. The author’s way of living in that country. His vindication of a great lady.
Pygmalion
Act 3
by George Bernard Shaw
Higgins presents Eliza to a new crowd. Freddy finds himself infatuated with Eliza.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 96: The Contract
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Andrea Cavalcanti and Mademoiselle Danglers are to be married at Danglers' house.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 90: The Meeting
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Albert and the Count of Monte Cristo meet for a duel.
The Scarlet Letter
Chapter 21: “The New England Holiday”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Echoing the novel’s beginning, the narrator describes another public gathering in the marketplace, but this time the purpose is to celebrate the installation of a new governor. Hester receives uneasines news about her journey and Chillingworth.
The Colored Cadet at West Point
Chapter 5: Plebe Camp
by Henry O. Flipper
A more in-depth description of the daily experiences and general treatment of the Plebe at West Point.
Main Street
Chapter 11
by Sinclair Lewis
Carol is disappointed by her experience at the Thanatopsis Club.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 2: Treats of Oliver Twist's Growth, Education, and Board.
by Charles Dickens
Having been orphaned at childbirth, young Oliver is left in the care of Mrs. Mann. Mr. Bumble arrives to take Oliver to slightly more hospitable surroundings. After losing a bet, Oliver makes an unusual request.
Common Sense
Part 4
by Thomas Paine
The author's opinion of the current governing ability of American.
David Copperfield
Chapter 9: I Have a Memorable Birthday
by Charles Dickens
David is sent home after receiving some bad news.