The Story of Doctor Dolittle
Chapter 19: The Rock
by Hugh Lofting
Jip, having picked up the scent of the boy's uncle, guides the ship to his location.
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The Works of Edgar Allan Poe
Old English Poetry
by Edgar Allan Poe
The author presents his opinion of English poetry.
The Story of Doctor Dolittle
Chapter 5: The Great Journey
by Hugh Lofting
Dr. Dolittle's maritime travels come to an abrupt end. As the doctor and his passengers prepare to go ashore, a stowaway is discovered aboard ship. Dr. Dolittle introduces himself to the natives before embarking on the next leg of his journey.
Great Expectations
Chapter 59
by Charles Dickens
Pip returns home after an extended period abroad. Pip pays a visit to the remains of Satis House.
Flatland
Part 1, Section 12: Of the Doctrine of Our Priests
by Edwin A. Abbott
The author explains the basic doctrine of the priests.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Eighth, Chapter 1
by Victor Hugo
Esmeralda, having been missing for one month, is discovered by Gringoire in the Tournelle Criminelle. Esmeralda, having been accused of murder and witchcraft, is greatly troubled by the failing health of Captain Phoebus. Gringoire is shocked by the identity of the second defendant.
The Age of Innocence
Part 2, Chapter 20
by Edith Wharton
Newland and May travel to Europe for the honeymoon, where they visit with friends.
The Marble Faun
Chapter XXII: “The Medici Garden”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Miriam and Donatello have a discussion in the garden.
The Crimson Fairy Book
“How to Find Out a True Friend”
by Andrew Lang
A queen and king longed to have a son and promised to send him on a pilgrimage after his eighteenth birthday if St. James were to grant their wish. The had their son and in turn, he set off on his journey. He met his true friend along the way and they survived many hindrances and proved their true friendship in the process.
In the Wilds of Florida
Chapter 2
by W.H.G. Kingston
A short history of Florida is presented. The travelers encounter wildlife and Indians.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 33: In Which Miss Crawley’s Relations Are Very Anxious About Her
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Miss Crawley receives various tokens of appreciation. Lady Jane makes a positive impression.
The Number Concept
“Chapter 2”
by Levi Leonard Conant, Ph. D.
The author discusses a worldwide history of number systems.
Northanger Abbey
Chapter XIV
by Jane Austen
The morning arrives with no fresh invitations from James, Isabella, and John. Catherine goes on her walk with Henry and Eleanor. The Tilneys discuss the landscape in terms of drawing, and Catherine soon finds herself out of her element.
My Bondage and My Freedom
Chapter 4: A General Survey of the Slave Plantation
by Frederick Douglass
Mr. Douglass recalls the harsh conditions on the Lloyd Plantation.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Chapter 2: A Dean, and a Chapter Also
by Charles Dickens
Following the service, the Dean and Mr. Crisparkle discuss the current state of Mr. Jasper's health. Edwin Drood pays a visit to his uncle to discuss his impending nuptials with Rosa Bud.
Babbitt
Chapter 2
by Sinclair Lewis
The Babbitt family assembles for breakfast. The reader is introduced to the Babbitt children, Verona, Ted, and little Tinka.
Deductive Logic
Part 1: Chapter 3
by George William Joseph Stock, M.A.
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
Part 5, Chapter 6: General Polynesia
by Hugh Lofting
The Terrible Three fight valiantly against the Bagjagderags, but cannot hold back the enemies superior numbers. Polynesia, now in charge of an army of her own, rises to the occasion.
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.
Tik-Tok of Oz
Chapter 18: “A Clever Conquest”
by L. Frank Baum
After successfully waking Quox, Polychrome and Quox decide to attack. Quox is instantly captured. However, upon seeing the dragon’s ribboned locket, Ruggedo’s magical powers vanish. Quox opens the locket and eggs appear and frighten Ruggedo—chasing him away from his kingdom.
Squinty, the Comical Pig
Chapter 8: “Squinty in the Woods”
by Richard Barnum
Bob, the boy, shows his sisters the tricks he has taught Squinty. Squinty escapes from his pen and wanders into the woods.
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.
The Age of Innocence
Part 1, Chapter 10
by Edith Wharton
Newland and May's discussion of their engagement leaves Newland questioning his future wife's ability to think for herself.
The Mystery of Cloomber
Chapter VIII: “Statement of Israel Stakes”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
A Presbyterian minister gives an authentic account to Jack the narrator.
The Crimson Fairy Book
“Tritill, Litill, and the Birds”
by Andrew Lang
Each of three sons goes out to see the world. The first two are cruel to two beggars and birds and end up killed by an ogress. The third brother is kind to the beggars and the birds, and they help him win out over the ogress and earn many rewards.