A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. For Commencement all the children have to memorize pieces of poetry. Jehosophat works very hard to try to memorize his, but his nerves get the best of him due to the teasing of his friends and he suddenly forgets it.
The Florida Landscape changes as sunrise moves to sunset.
Sailing off the Barbary Coast, the doctor and his crew encounter a hostile ship.
A poem regarding a dying French baron who, at the end of his life, frees his slaves in order to redeem his soul.
The Author explains the incidents that lead to the writing of his autobiography.
Mr. Peck passes away.
Grendel is angered by the constant happiness of the Scyldings. The Scyldings are driven from the great hall.
An introduction to the original text, written by Walter H. Page.
The end of the Appalachian system in Northern Florida evokes the imagery of battle in the author's mind.
Macbeth carries out the plan with some help from Lady Macbeth.
After encountering George on the street, Wash Williams feels compelled to tell his story to the young reporter.
The sparse number of maple trees are perceived as exiles in contrast to the jungles of cypress that surround them.
Dinner is served.
The author celebrates the colorful history of pirates in Florida.
"Bedtime ’s come fu’ little boys."
This poem descibes youth and beauty using nature as a metaphor.
Harry gets the girls back to the grove, where they meet with search parties. They describe what has happened to Tom, and plans are made to rescue the men the next morning.
Woot, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow embark on their journey to find Nimmie Amee. They discuss the route they will take and the dangers they may encounter. The Tin Man and the Scarecrow discuss the benefits of not being human. The Scarecrow recites poetry to entertain them along the way.
"Hit ’s been drizzlin’ an’ been sprinklin’,"