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The Invisible Man

Chapter 14

by H.G. Wells

Mr. Marvel discusses The Invisible Man with the mariner. Mr. Marvel contemplates is escape. (London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)

A tale of a young man, seduced by the mystery of Lord Ruthven. He soon finds that there are aspects to the Lord which he did not first recognize for what they were. Aubrey finds love, but his happiness is not lasting. He makes an oath to Ruthven, the consequences of which are devastating.

The War of the Worlds

Book One—The Coming of the Martians, Chapter 15: What Had Happened in Surrey

by H.G. Wells

The military continues to engage the Martians, who make use of a new type weapon.

The Flamingo Feather

Chapter VII: "Chitta Becomes a Seminole"

by Kirk Munroe

The story turns to Chitta, revealing his actions and travels after the burning of the storehouse.

Canoemates: A Story of the Florida Reef and Everglades

Chapter XXIV: “Rattlesnakes and Rifle-Shots”

by Kirk Munroe

There is fear brought on by snakes and mysterious gunshots. The men set up camp.

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Chapter VII: A Mad Tea-Party

by Lewis Carroll

Alice attends the Mad Hatter's Tea-Party.

Babbitt

Chapter 18

by Sinclair Lewis

George is concerned with Ted's choices and interests, which are contrary to his own. An incident at Ted's party causes tension between the Babbitt's and Littlefield's. A visit from family only increases George's irritation with matters at home.

The Iliad

Book 24: The Redemption of the Body of Hector

by Homer

With some assistance from the gods, Priam retrieves the body of Hector.

Main Street

Chapter 26

by Sinclair Lewis

Will diagnoses the Bjornstams illness as typhoid. Carol agrees to assist Bea and Olaf as they recover from their illness. Vida, Maud, and the minister's wife are turned away from the Bjornstams' home. A tragedy in the Bjornstams home prompts Miles to depart for Canada.

The Flamingo Feather

Chapter XII: "Abandoning the Fort"

by Kirk Munroe

Has-se shares the secret of the fort with Rene. The provisions are traded. The men make ready to return to France.

A Little Princess

Chapter 6: The Diamond Mines

by Frances Hodgson Burnett

In one of Captain Crewe's letters, he reveals an interesting story causing much excitement in all the girls.

The Woman in White

EPOCH ONE: “The Story Begun by Walter Hartright, Part XII”

by Wilkie Collins

Their search leads Marian and Walter to the school, where they hear the story of the "ghost" seen by one of the students. Walter resolves to further their search that evening.

The Marble Faun

Chapter XXV: “Sunshine”

by Nathaniel Hawthorne

During his visit, Kenyon asks Donatello to let him mold a bust of him.

Black Beauty

Part 2, Chapter 29: Cockneys

by Anna Sewell

Black Beauty tells of another type of driver, the steam-engine style, who's irresponsible handling of a carriage can have grave consequences for a horse. Black Beauty spends some time with the good-natured mare, Peggy, before meeting his new master.

Crime and Punishment

Part 5, Chapter 3

by Fyodor Dostoyevsky

Luzhin accusations of theft anger Katerina, whose attempt to clear Sonia's name only further implicates her. Lebezyatnikov's appearance signals an end to Luzhin's deceptive plan. The Marmeladovs are evicted.

The Wind in the Willows

The Open Road

by Kenneth Grahame

Mole and Rat visit Mr. Toad, who invites them to join him on a trip. Toad becomes enamored with a new craze while Mole and Rat catch the train home.

The Go Ahead Boys and the Racing Motor-Boat

Chapter 19

by Ross Kay

The boys determine that their motor-boat can compete with the Varmint II. Sam keeps them grounded telling them that they can only win if they can go faster than the other boat. They try the race again and feel encouraged by the outcome. Miss Susie seems to bring bad luck, but nothing bad happens that cannot be fixed. Mr. Button’s prejudice toward her grows.

The Iliad

Book 17: The Seventh Battle, For the Body of Patroclus—The Acts of Menelaus

by Homer

The Trojans and Greeks fight over Patroclus' body.

The Emerald City of Oz

Chapter 25: “How the Scarecrow Displayed His Wisdom”

by L. Frank Baum

Along with the Tin Man, the group travels to visit the Scarecrow in his giant corn house. The Tin Man tells him about the news of Ozma’s fate. He tells them to live each day to the fullest. They all travel to the farm of Jack Pumpkinhead to tell him the sad news. The group heads back to the Emerald City.

The Mystery of Edwin Drood

Chapter 9: Birds in the Bush

by Charles Dickens

With rumors of the previous nights events spreading throughout the town, Helena goes to her brother to find out the truth. Mr. Grewgious pays a visit to Rosa in order to discuss pertinent legal matters.