David Copperfield
Chapter 11: I Begin Life on My Own Account, and Don't Like It
by Charles Dickens
David, now in London, works at Mr. Murdstone's winery. Mr. Micawber is sent away.
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The Woman in White
EPOCH TWO: “The Story Continued by Marian Halcombe, Part II”
by Wilkie Collins
Mariam describes the various personalities staying at Blackwater, including a description of the changes she sees in Laura. Mr. Merriman arrives.
The House of the Seven Gables
Chapter IV: “A Day Behind the Counter”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Judge Jaffrey Pyncheon passes by the little store. Hepzibah is also visited by Uncle Venner who gives her advise on shopkeeping. At the end of the day, Phoebe arrives unaware that the letter she sent in advance never arrived. Hepzibah tells her she can only stay one night because she might disturb Clifford.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 22
by James Fenimore Cooper
Gamut tells Hawkeye the women have been taken to separate locations. Gamut and Heyward intend to get a message to the women.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 18
by James Fenimore Cooper
A search commences for the missing women. Hawkeye warns Heyward not to be too hasty in his actions.
Main Street
Chapter 3
by Sinclair Lewis
Carol and Will travel to Gopher Prairie by train, following their marriage. Carol observes the other passengers as the travels, feeling that she could help improve their lives. After great anticipation, Carol arrives in Gopher Prairie.
Up from Slavery
Chapter 16: Europe
by Booker T. Washington
Booker's travels throughout Europe introduce him to a number of new teaching methods, as well as instilling a since of hope for equality in the United States.
The Woman in White
EPOCH TWO: “The Story Continued by Eliza Michelson, Part I”
by Wilkie Collins
Mrs. Michelson tells of Marian's illness and treatment. Sir Percival suddenly decides to make changes.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 23
by James Fenimore Cooper
Heyward infiltrates the Huron camp. A captured Uncas escapes with help from Heyward.
David Copperfield
Chapter 32: The Beginning of a Long Journey
by Charles Dickens
Mr. Peggotty, determined to find Little Em'ly, asks David for his assistance. Miss Mowcher tells David about her unintentional part in the Peggotty family debacle. Mr. Peggotty and David visit Mrs. Steerforth.
The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes
Adventure 9: “The Greek Interpreter”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
A man comes to Mycroft Holmes and tells him of his strange encounter. Sherlock Holmes then becomes involved because of his brother’s laziness.
David Copperfield
Chapter 10: I Become Neglected, and Am Provided For
by Charles Dickens
After the death of David's mother, Mr. and Miss Murdstone make their intentions towards David clear. Miss Peggotty and Mr. Barkis marry.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Chapter 17: Philanthropy, Professional and Unprofessional
by Charles Dickens
The Reverend Crisparkle visits with Mr. Honeythunder before stopping by the Staple Inn to see Neville. Grewgious questions Crisparkle about Jasper's whereabouts. Neville becomes acquainted with Tartar.
David Copperfield
Chapter 5: I Am Sent Away
by Charles Dickens
David is sent to Salem House by Mr. Mudstone.
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.
Moby Dick
Chapter 32: Cetology
by Herman Melville
Ishmael describes the various types of whales.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 25
by James Fenimore Cooper
A disguised Hawkeye makes himself known to Heyward. Alice’s location is discovered. Alice and Heyward depart camp as Hawkeye stays to assist Uncas.
The Colored Cadet at West Point
Chapter 12: Pleasures and Privileges
by Henry O. Flipper
A description of the different privileges that are bestowed upon cadets depending on their rank and class.
David Copperfield
Chapter 38: A Dissolution of Partnership
by Charles Dickens
The discovery of a secret arrangement is followed by unexpected tragedy.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 52: Toxicology
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
The Count of Monte Cristo speaks to Madame Villefort about poisons and chemistry.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 19
by James Fenimore Cooper
The search party camp at the ruing of the fort. Chingachgook and Uncas encounter hostiles. A plan is devised to search for the missing women.
Civil Rights and Conflict in the United States: Selected Speeches
Excerpt from Frederick Douglass' Speech to the People of Rochester, New York on the Hypocrisy of Slavery, July 4, 1852
by Frederick Douglass
Excerpt from Frederick Douglass' speech outlining the hypocritical nature of slavery in the United States of America.
The Return of Sherlock Holmes
Chapter VII: “The Adventure of Charles Augustus Milverton”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
When someone blackmails Lady Eva Blackwell, Holmes is called to the case. He disguises himself as a plumber and goes undercover to catch the blackmailer.
Tales of Terror and Mystery
“The Jew’s Breastplate”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
A museum of fine Oriental archaeology is passed to a new owner who is a close friend of the narrator. After receiving an anonymous warning letter, the museum is robbed. The letter is a warning to the new owner to have more than one guard on watch and is written in a script similar to that of the previous owner.
The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes
Adventure 8: “The Resident Patient”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
A man is found in an unusual business agreement and entreats Holmes for his help.