Jack Tier; or, The Florida Reef
Part II, Chapter VI
by James Fenimore Cooper
Jack tells Spike of Harry and Rose's wedding, and his own involvement in the escape. The Swash is threatened.
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
“Chapter 20”
by Mark Twain
The duke and the dauphin inquire about Jim. Huck and Jim get to the a performance by the duke and the dauphin.
Selected Essays of Robert Louis Stevenson
"On the Enjoyment of Unpleasant Places"
by Robert Louis Stevenson
The author describes his time in a relatively barren landscape.
The Jungle
Chapter 19
by Upton Sinclair
Jurgis returns with a midwife, but the baby is dead and Ona is dying. After Ona's death, Jurgis leaves the house intending to drink.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
“Chapter 15”
by Oscar Wilde
Dorian attends a dinner party, but finds himself distracted and bored. He returns home to discard the remaining evidence of Basil’s presence there.
Walden; or, Life in the Woods
Economy
by Henry David Thoreau
Thoreau attempts to illustrate the benefits of a simplified lifestyle.
The Scarlet Letter
Chapter 7: “The Governor’s Hall”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Hester pays a visit to Governor Bellingham’s mansion. She has two intentions: to deliver a pair of ornate gloves she has made for the governor, and to find out if there is any truth to the rumors that Pearl, now three, may be taken from her.
David Copperfield
Chapter 43: Another Retrospect
by Charles Dickens
David and Dora are married.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
“Chapter 19”
by Oscar Wilde
Dorian and Lord Henry discuss many things, including Dorian’s attempt to be a better person. Lord Henry tells Dorian not to change, and expresses his wish to recapture the youth that Dorian has seemingly managed to keep.
Agnes Grey
Chapter VII: Horton Lodge
by Anne Brontë
Agnes Grey describes her new position and the family for whom she works.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 6: Vauxhall
by William Makepeace Thackeray
A description of the evening at Vauxhall.
Little Women
Part 2, Chapter 34: Friend
by Louisa May Alcott
Joe continues to write, but decides not to write sensational stories anymore. As summer arrives, Jo returns home to her sisters and mother.
The Olive Fairy Book
The Prince and the Princess in the Forest
by Traditional
A prince and his mother set off into the world after the king’s death. The son is brave and clever, while his mother is a coward. She tricks him to help a robber in order to save her own life. The prince rescues a princess, and in turn is rescued by the princess. They are wed, and would live happily, but curiosity leads them both into trouble once more.The prince must find his way back to the princess and avenge himself against the robber and the wrongs committed by his mother.
Half-Past Seven Stories
Story 14: "The Hole that Ran to China"
by Robert Gordon Anderson
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. In this story Marmaduke and the Toyman dig a hole to China with their magical friends.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Chapter 8: Daggers Drawn
by Charles Dickens
After escorting the ladies home, Edwin and Neville have a heated discussion. Jasper, emerging from behind the two men, helps to establish a temporary truce between Edwin and Neville. After seeing Neville's reaction, Jasper begins to fear for his nephew's life.
The Professor
Chapter 21
by Charlotte Brontë
Two letters arrive. William tries to work out a plan for employment.
The Olive Fairy Book
Jackal or Tiger?
by Andrew Lang
A king and his wife make a bet, but the result is unfair to the queen, who is banished to the forest. There a farmer takes her in and she raises her son until he is eighteen. He leaves in search of adventure, only to find himself at his father’s castle. He is given seemingly impossible tasks, which he completes with the help of a fairy. Finally, the king is taught the error of his ways.
Moby Dick
Chapter 35: The Mast-Head
by Herman Melville
Ishmael is posted as lookout on the mast-head.
Main Street
Chapter 3
by Sinclair Lewis
Carol and Will travel to Gopher Prairie by train, following their marriage. Carol observes the other passengers as the travels, feeling that she could help improve their lives. After great anticipation, Carol arrives in Gopher Prairie.
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Chapter 15: Impeached
by Charles Dickens
Neville is questioned in regards to Edwin's whereabouts. Mr. Grewgious' delivers the news of Edwin and Rosa's decision not to wed to Jasper.
Wuthering Heights
Chapter 9
by Emily Brontë
In a fit of rage Hindley throws Hareton over the balcony, fortunately Heathcliff is there to catch him. Catherine agrees to marry Edgar and tells Nelly, Heathcliff overhears their conversation and leaves Wuthering Heights for three years. Upset when Heathcliff leaves Catherine waits out in the rain for him, catches a fever, and almost dies; during her recovery Mr. and Mrs. Linton catch her fever and they both die. Catherine and Edgar marry three years after their death, and Nelly moves to Thrushcross Grange with them.
The Last of the Mohicans
Chapter 6
by James Fenimore Cooper
The group rest in the Mohican hideout. As they sleep a strange cry is heard. Hawkeye goes out to investigate.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 65: A Conjugal Scene
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Monsieur Danglers has a harsh talk with Madame Danglers.
Jack Tier; or, The Florida Reef
Part II, Chapter III
by James Fenimore Cooper
The group argues over the continuation of their plans. They discuss the reasons for rejoining the Swash.
Main Street
Chapter 23
by Sinclair Lewis
Raymond enlists, as America enters World War I. Kennicott's desire to enlist is discouraged by the Doctor's Council of Gopher Prairie. Now a wealthy businessman in Boston, Percy Bresnahan returns to visit his hometown amidst a great celebration from the all of Gopher Prairie.