The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
“Chapter 2: The Search for Mr. Hyde”
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Utterson begins investigating the mysterious Mr. Hyde. He finds himself haunted by nightmares. He looks for Dr. Jekyll.
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The Tin Woodman of Oz
Chapter 4: “The Loons of Loonville”
by L. Frank Baum
Woot, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow continue on their journey. They decide to explore the city of the Loons and discover curious creatures that capture them. They escape and continue on their journey, their curiosity satisfied.
The Scarlet Letter
Chapter 1: “The Prison-Door”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
This first chapter contains little in the way of action, instead setting the scene and introducing the first of many symbols that will come to dominate the story.
Winesburg, Ohio
A Man of Ideas, concerning Joe Welling
by Sherwood Anderson
Joe Welling uses his natural talents to achieve success in Winesburg.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 60: Returns to the Genteel World
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Little George returns, as does good fortune, to the Sedley house.
The Moving Picture Girls Under the Palms or Lost in the Wilds of Florida
Chapter 8: St. Augustine
by Laura Lee Hope
The DeVere sisters, Russ, and Paul take a look around.
The Age of Innocence
Part 2, Chapter 29
by Edith Wharton
Archer and Ellen once again discuss their relationship.
The Invisible Man
Chapter 13
by H.G. Wells
Mr. Marvel attempts to convince The Invisible Man that he is not a suitable assistant. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)
Oliver Twist
Chapter 21: The Expedition.
by Charles Dickens
Oliver and Sikes journey to the town of Shepperton, arriving after dark.
The Four Million
"From the Cabby's Seat"
by O. Henry
A cab driver's apathy affects every aspect of his life.
Main Street
Chapter 9
by Sinclair Lewis
Still affected by her conversation with Vida, Carol begins to observe the judging glances of the townspeople. Carol and Will pay a visit to his mother.
Florida: Essays and Poems
St. Augustine
by Harriet Beecher Stowe
The Author describes the scenery in St. Augustine, Florida.
Beyond the City
Chapter XIV: “Eastward Ho!”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
He goes to the suggested lawyer and he says that he cannot give out a loan to an older man without life insurance. The Admiral is inspected by a doctor and is found to be in excellent help. The Admiral intervenes in a fight on the way to sell his pension.
Main Street
Chapter 2
by Sinclair Lewis
Carol is introduced to Will Kennicott while visiting a friend, and soon they begin their courtship.
Peter Rabbit and Other Stories
“The Tailor of Gloucester”
by Beatrix Potter
This book tells the story of a poor tailor, his cat, and the mice that live in his shop. He has many scraps of cloth and ribbons left over that are too small for any practical use. The mice take these and make fine clothes for themselves. The tailor sends his cat Simpkin to buy food and a twist of cherry-colored silk for a coat the mayor has commissioned for his wedding. While the cat is gone, he frees the mice from teacups where Simpkin has imprisoned them. When Simpkin returns and finds his mice gone, he hides the twist in anger. When the tailor falls ill, the mice save the day by completing the coat.
The Tragedy of Julius Caesar
Act 1, Scene 1
by William Shakespeare
Flavius and Murellus downplay the accomplishments of Julius Caesar as they scold the local commoners.
Sense and Sensibility
Chapter XXXIV
by Jane Austen
Fanny takes the trouble to visit Mrs. Jennings and Lady Middleton, and deems them worthy company.
The Marble Faun
Chapter XLVIII: “A Scene in the Corso”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
The author describes the merriment at the Carnival. The sculptor spots 2 black masked figures.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 10: Oliver Becomes Better Acquainted with the Characters of His New Associates; And Purchases Experiences at a High Price. Being a Short, But Very Important Chapter, In This History.
by Charles Dickens
After going to "work" with Charley and Jack, Oliver starts to understand the true nature of Fagin's dealings. Oliver finds himself the victim of false accusations.
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
Part 3, Chapter 6: The Bed-Maker of Monteverde
by Hugh Lofting
After stopping in the Capa Blanca Islands to procure provisions, Doctor Dolittle and his crew find an unusual place to rest.
Great Expectations
Chapter 32
by Charles Dickens
Pip receives correspondence from Estella. Wemmick gives Pip a tour.
Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz
Chapter 2: “The Glass City”
by L. Frank Baum
Dorothy and her friends fall softly onto a flat glass roof, discover they can walk on air and that no little person there smiles or talks.
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Chapter 2
by Mark Twain
Tom finds a way to turn a profit from his punishment.
Great Expectations
Chapter 26
by Charles Dickens
Pip has dinner with Jaggers. Jaggers warns Pip about Drummle.
The Four Million
"Tobin's Palm"
by O. Henry
A palmist's predictions come true.