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Sylvie and Bruno Concluded

Chapter 17: “To the Rescue!”

by Lewis Carroll

Sylvie and Bruno go to sleep outdoors.

The Tin Woodman of Oz

Chapter 3: “Roundabout”

by L. Frank Baum

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.

Deductive Logic

Part 3: Chapter 25

by George William Joseph Stock, M.A.

Lyrics of Lowly Life

"To Louise"

by Paul Laurence Dunbar

"Oh, the poets may sing of their Lady Irenes,"

Lyrics of Love and Laughter

To the Eastern Shore

by Paul Laurence Dunbar

"I ’s feelin’ kin’ o’ lonesome in my little room to–night,"

Beowulf

Chapter 13

by Francis Barton Gummere

Wuthering Heights

Chapter 7

by Emily Brontë

Catherine returns to Wuthering Heights after a five week transformation from wild girl to young lady, all Mrs. Linton's work. Upon her return, Heathcliff is upset at her changes in appearance and attitude. The Linton's are invited to dinner by Hindley, and Heathcliff is forbidden to join them.

The Tin Woodman of Oz

Chapter 16: “Captain Fyter”

by L. Frank Baum

The Tin Soldier tells the Tin Man and his friends how he came to be made of Tin. His story surprises them. They continue on their journey to find Nimmie Amee.

Deductive Logic

Part 3: Chapter 18

by George William Joseph Stock, M.A.

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.

Philosophy and Fun of Algebra

Chapter 11: "Macbeth's Mistake"

by Mary Everest Boole

"The whole question of choosing one’s next working hypothesis has been fogged, owing to people’s neglect of a very simple principle..."

The Sea-Wolf

Chapter 27

by Jack London

As they make their escape, Hump instructs Maud on the finer aspects of sailing and steering. Hump, although concerned with the nature of their situation, remains unafraid.

The Story of Siegfried

The Foreword

by James Baldwin

The author explains the Icelandic and Germanic background of the tale of Siegfried, and how he added his own flavor to it.

Songs of the Wind on a Southern Shore, and other Poems of Florida

“Song of the Wind on a Southern Shore”

by George E. Merrick

The wind off the Florida Shore touches every part of the landscape.

Little Women

Part 1, Chapter 6: Beth Finds the Palace Beautiful

by Louisa May Alcott

The Meg, Jo, Amy, and a reluctant Beth pay a visit to Mr. Laurence's home.

Vanity Fair

Chapter 4: The Green Silk Purse

by William Makepeace Thackeray

Becky gets acquainted with the Sedley household.

Florida Trails

Chapter XVII: “Moonlight and March Mornings”

by Winthrop Packard

The narrator describes the moonlit nights leading up to March and thereafter.

Babbitt

Chapter 6

by Sinclair Lewis

George and a client take a tour of a local tenement. George meets his father-in-law to ensure a good price on a future purchase. George decides to have a conversation about "morals" with his son.

The Outdoor Girls in Florida

Chapter XXIV: "The Youth on the Raft"

by Laura Lee Hope

Tom fills in the others on what caused his disappearance. Harry continues to look for the man he promised to help. The girls set out on the river again, this time with Harry in tow, and find another man on the river.

Peter Rabbit and Other Stories

“The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes”

by Beatrix Potter

An innocent squirrel accused of stealing nuts is forced down a hole in a tree, where he meets a friendly chipmunk.

Hamlet

Act 1, Scene 3

by William Shakespeare

Laertes counsels Ophelia in matters of the heart. Polonius gives his son some fatherly advice before he departs.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Book Fourth, Chapter 4

by Victor Hugo

Quasimodo's love for Claude Frollo is examined further.

Uncle Tom's Cabin Told to the Children

Preface

by Harriet Beecher Stowe

The editor/author of the book discusses the impact of the original book, the impact it had on the institution of slavery, and the significant contributions of its author, Harriet Beecher Stowe.

The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle

Part 1, Chapter 2: I Hear of the Great Naturalist

by Hugh Lofting

Having come across an injured squirrel, Tommy is directed to the office of John Dolittle by his friends. Matthew tells Tommy of the good doctors many voyages. Upon arriving at the doctor's house, the visitors encounter the loyal dog Jip, but find that the doctor is no where to be found.

Silas Marner

Part 1, Chapter 15

by George Eliot

Eppie continues to bring great joy to Silas. Godfrey continues his courtship of Nancy.