The Marble Faun
Chapter XIV: “Cleopatra”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
After much discussion, Kenyon unveils his latest statue, Cleopatra, to Miriam.
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Chapter 11: “The Wonderful City of Oz”
by L. Frank Baum
Dorothy and her friends are allowed to see the Wizard of Oz individually. He tells each they are to kill the Wicked Witch.
The Four Million
"Springtime Á La Carte"
by O. Henry
A woman fears she has been forgotten.
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
Part 3, Chapter 4: Our Troubles Continue
by Hugh Lofting
The voyage continues smoothly for about a week until another stowaway is discovered below deck.
The Pink Fairy Book
Catherine and Her Destiny
by Andrew Lang
Catherine is living a happy life, until one day her Destiny steps in and asks a fateful question. Things change for Catherine, and she finds herself wandering the world, always looking for a new place to work. After some time has passed, her life is not so bad, but not so good either. She and her lady come up with a plan to try to appease her Destiny. A ball of silk is the offer made, and Catherine finds just how important a ball of silk can be.
The Tragedy of MacBeth
Act 3, Scene 4
by William Shakespeare
Macbeth is angered by news of Fleance's escape, has an unexpected dinner guest, and makes plans to visit the witches to learn more of the future.
The Mystery of Cloomber
Chapter XIV: “Of the Visitor Who Ran Down the Road in the Night-Time”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
The General and Rufus are gone and Mordaunt refuses to tell anyone where they are or what has happened to them.
The Castles of Athlin and Dunbayne
Chapter V
by Ann Radcliffe
The Baron stops the attack on Dunbayne by threatening Osbert’s life. He offers up a trade: the Earl for his sister. Alleyn returns to Athlin and tries to help Matilda find another option.
The Blithedale Romance
Chapter XXII: “Fauntleroy”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Many questions are answered in the history told by Moodie.
Selected American and British Poems
The Ballad of Reading Gaol
by Oscar Wilde
A poetic narrative describing Oscar Wilde's experiences in the Reading Gaol.
The Jungle
Chapter 7
by Upton Sinclair
Jurgis and Ona finally marry. Ona and Elzbiata are constantly sick, while Antanas develops a cough and open sores from work. The harsh winter in Packingtown intensifies the hardships of the family.
Little Women
Part 2, Chapter 47: Harvest Time
by Louisa May Alcott
After the sudden death of Aunt March, Joe and the Professor inherit Plumfield. The novel closes as Mrs. March celebrates her sixtieth birthday surrounded by her daughters and extended family.
Beyond the City
Chapter XI: “A Blot from the Blue”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Harold faces destruction when his partner, Mrs. Westmacott’s brother, abandons him with a massive debt that he may never be able to pay back. He tries to take a noble stand for his creditors and Clara vows to stay by him.
Lectures on Ten British Mathematicians
Chapter 1: "George Peacock"
by Alexander MacFarlane
A biography of George Peacock.
The Professor
Chapter 20
by Charlotte Brontë
William tries to find a way to earn a living sufficient for beginning a new life, but finds there are unexpected obstacles.
Grimm's Fairy Tales
The Adventures of Chanticleer and Partlet
by Grimm Brothers
A rooster fears that his dreams will come true.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 35: Containing the Unsatisfactory Result of Oliver's Adventure; And a Conversation of Some Importance Between Harry Maylie and Rose.
by Charles Dickens
Harry and Giles rush to the aid of Oliver. Harry and Rose discuss their feelings for each other.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
“Chapter 14”
by Oscar Wilde
Dorian wakes from peaceful sleep and is confronted by what actions to take after last night’s events. He contacts Alan Campbell to help him conceal what has happened.
My Bondage and My Freedom
"The Nature of Slavery." Extract from a Lecture on Slavery, at Rochester, December 1, 1850
by Frederick Douglass
"The Nature of Slavery." Extract from a Lecture on Slavery, at Rochester, December 1, 1850.
David Copperfield
Chapter 62: A Light Shines on My Way David Copperfield
by Charles Dickens
Agnes and David's relationship continues to flourish.
The Secret Garden
Chapter 22: “When the Sun Went Down”
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Colin stands to talk to Ben, Dickon and Mary are surprised at this. Ben tells the children that Colin’s mother asked him to take care of the garden once a year if something was to happen to her. Colin claims the garden as his own and plants a rose in his name.
Crime and Punishment
Part 1, Chapter 2
by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Marmeladov tells his story to Raskolnikov over a drink. Raskolnikov follows Marmeladov home and decides to share what little he has after viewing the level of poverty the family lives in.
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
Part 2, Chapter 13: The Ice Bank
by Jules Verne
Once again the Nautilus finds itself at the mercy of the elements.
The Scarlet Letter
Chapter 9: “The Leech”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
By renaming himself upon his arrival in Boston, Chillingworth has hidden his past from everyone except Hester, whom he has sworn to secrecy. He incorporates himself into society in the role of a doctor, and since the townsfolk have very little access to good medical care, he is welcomed and valued. An opportuniy arises when Dimmesdale comes into his care.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Second: The Golden Thread—Chapter 6: Hundreds of People
by Charles Dickens
Lorry discusses Lucie's suitors with Miss Pross. A story relayed from the Tower of London disturbs Dr. Manette.