David Copperfield
Chapter 11: I Begin Life on My Own Account, and Don't Like It
by Charles Dickens
David, now in London, works at Mr. Murdstone's winery. Mr. Micawber is sent away.
David, now in London, works at Mr. Murdstone's winery. Mr. Micawber is sent away.
Thorneycroft Huxtable, a principal at a New England prep school, comes to Holmes with the news that a student has been kidnapped. They must do what they can to track him down.
Jim, Silver, and the others meet Mr. Arrow, the first mate, and Smollett, the Captain. Livesey declares his trust for Smollett and Silver.
How a magical quern ended up at the bottom of the sea, grinding out salt.
The narrator talks of the Holly Tree during different seasons.
Herbert tells Pip the rest of Magwitch's story.
David pays a visit to Mr. Omer while in Yarmouth, hearing news of Little Em'ly's changed behavior. At the Peggotty house, David finds that Mr. Bargis' health is in decline.
George Babbitt departs for work after a brief discussion with his neighbor, Mr. Littlefield.
While in Europe Amy runs into Fred Vaughn, an old acquaintance from Camp Laurence. Amy continues to write letters to her mother and sisters.
The adventures of Prince Ring.
Has-se shares the secret of the fort with Rene. The provisions are traded. The men make ready to return to France.
How rubies were discovered in the ocean.
George's assignment at the advertising agency leaves him feeling unsatisfied. George reaps the benefits of having advised Archibald Purdy in a real estate matter.
Becky returns from her vacation. Huck and Tom continue to hunt for treasure. Huck overhears a sinister plan for revenge.
The following is an account written by Emily Holder describing her memories of Fort Jefferson. They tell the poignant and often fascinating story of the hardships, isolation and drama of daily life at the Dry Tortugas in the nineteenth century.
The author gives a thorough description of a cadet's first class camp experience.
By using his wits, a tailor achieves success.
Anne departs for Queen's Academy, taking comfort in the few familiar faces there.
Dr. Manette makes a plea to the mob to spare Darnay's life.
Sylvie, Bruno, and the Other Professor enter Dogland and are spoken to by the guard.
Letter to His Old Master. "To My Old Master, Thomas Auld."
Having gained a greater understanding of shellfish languages, Doctor Dolittle transcribes the Fidgit's life story.
William reveals to M. Reuter that he overheard her conversation. The class has a new student, but the professor is unkind.
A discussion of the English settlers colonizing Florida.