Vanity Fair
Before the Curtain
by William Makepeace Thackeray
A brief introduction to the text.
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Moby Dick
Chapter 127: The Deck
by Herman Melville
The carpenter is upset by a strange request.
The Emerald City of Oz
Chapter 28: “How They Drank at the Forbidden Fountain”
by L. Frank Baum
Upon waking, Ozma, Dorothy and the others prepare for the battle. They stand just beyond the Forbidden Fountain. Each of the Nome King’s evil allies appear from the tunnel, see the fountain, and take a drink. At once, they forget everything. The Nome King drank the water and the same happened. Ozma told them all that they will only want to be kind from now on and instantly wished them back to their own homes.
Songs of the Wind on a Southern Shore, and other Poems of Florida
“Exiles”
by George E. Merrick
The sparse number of maple trees are perceived as exiles in contrast to the jungles of cypress that surround them.
The Mystery of Cloomber
Chapter X: “Of the Letter Which Came from the Hall”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Mordaunt Heatherstone sends a note to Jack telling him that they have promised their father that they will not leave the house until after October 5th.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Chapter 8: Daggers Drawn
by Charles Dickens
After escorting the ladies home, Edwin and Neville have a heated discussion. Jasper, emerging from behind the two men, helps to establish a temporary truce between Edwin and Neville. After seeing Neville's reaction, Jasper begins to fear for his nephew's life.
Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
“The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher”
by Beatrix Potter
This book tells the story of a frog who decides to go fishing for minnows for supper. After several misadventures he gives up and has a dinner of roasted grasshopper and salad with his friends.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 13
by Jack London
A recovered Mugridge returns to work as cook, relieving Hump of his extra duties. An altercation between Leach and Johansen results in friendship between Hump and Leach.
Great Expectations
Chapter 54
by Charles Dickens
Pip and Herbert take Magwitch down river.
Counting and Math Rhymes
Five Little Speckled Frogs
by Traditional
A child’s subtraction rhyme
Great Expectations
Chapter 41
by Charles Dickens
Herbert returns home prompting Magwitch to leave. Herbert and Pip devise a plan to keep Pip out of harms way.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 34
by Jack London
Hump and Maud, having considered all their options, devise a plan that will allow them to escape the island. Captain Larsen lets his true intentions be known. Hump and Maud remain cautious with the unpredictable captain so close by.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 8
by Jack London
Hump continues to analyze the enigma that is Captain Larsen. Hump witnesses a poker game between Captain Larsen and an intoxicated Mugridge, taking note of the quantity of gold in the pot. Captain Larsen refuses to honor Hump's claims to the gold, but later assigns Mugridge to perform extra duties while inviting Hump to eat at the captain's table.
The Light Princess
Story 5: “What Is to Be Done?”
by George MacDonald
The king and the queen quarrel about what is to be done about the curse on their princess. The king tries to apologize to his sister, but she tells him to mend his ways and be patient.
Treasure Island
Part Four: The Stockade, Chapter 19: Narrative Resumed by Jim Hawkins: The Garrison in the Stockade
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Jim resumes the narration again. The group escape the Union Jack as a cannonball is shot at them. Jim discovers the Jolly Roger and goes back to tell the others. Jim overhears someone saying that Silver is approaching with a truce flag.
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.
Half-Past Seven Stories
Story 16: "He That Took the City"
by Robert Gordon Anderson
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. The Toyman is in bad humor and Marmaduke is able to cheer him up his friendship.
The Heart of Happy Hollow
Chapter 6: The Race Question
by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Two men converse while at the race track.
Great Expectations
Chapter 25
by Charles Dickens
Pip continues to become acquainted with the Wemmick's, Pockets', and Jaggers.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the First: Recalled to Life—Chapter 2: The Mail
by Charles Dickens
Jarvis Lorry and his fellow travelers encounter a messenger.
Little Bear at Work and at Play
“Little Bear’s Surprise Party”
by Frances Margaret Fox
A little bear is so happy about his surprise party that he goes into hibernation sleep early, but happy.
The Professor
Chapter 2
by Charlotte Brontë
William finds out what his responsibilities will be at this new trade. He also learns the boundaries of the relationship his brother is willing to have.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 23
by Jack London
The Ghost continues hunting seals as the weather and seas grow increasingly rough. Hump's admiration and affection for Maud continues to grow, even as he becomes increasingly aware of Captain Larsen's growing lust towards the young woman.
Curly and Floppy Twistytail, the Funny Piggie Boys
Chapter 11: “Curly and the Chestnuts”
by Howard R. Garis
Curly was punished by his teacher and had to stay after school. While cleaning the chalkboard, Jacko the organ-monkey hit Curly in the head with chestnuts. They decided to roast them. The alligator came to attack them, but was frightened away by the popping of the chestnuts.
Black Beauty
Part 3, Chapter 43: A Friend in Need
by Anna Sewell
With election day upon them, Jerry and Black Beauty prepare for a very busy day. Jerry's paternal instincts take over when a rider in need arrives.