The Secret Garden
Chapter 1: “There Is No One Left”
by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Mary is abandoned in India, where a cholera epidemic has broken out. Her parents and family have either died or fled from the terror surrounding India.
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The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists
Chapter XI: "All the Comforts of Salt Water"
by Captain Quincy Allen
The boys decide to camp at the mouth of the river for the night. They each explore the waters and beaches. Jerry seems to have something big on the fishing line.
The Moving Picture Girls Under the Palms or Lost in the Wilds of Florida
Chapter 13: Out in the Boat
by Laura Lee Hope
Alice and Ruth get more information about the missing girls.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
“Chapter 10”
by Oscar Wilde
Dorian decides to move the painting to the attic. He is suspicious of others. Lord Henry sends over a book, as well as an article on Sibyl.
Uncle Tom's Cabin Told to the Children
Chapter 17: Eva's Last Good-Bye
by Harriet Beecher Stowe
Eva gives a gift to all the slaves before passing. Mr. St. Clare stays true to his word regarding Tom's freedom. Ophelia makes a request of Mr. St. Clare. Another tragedy strikes the St. Clare household.
Crime and Punishment
Part 4, Chapter 4
by Fyodor Dostoyevsky
Raskolnikov pays a visit to Sonya, who is surprised and frightened by his presence. Svidrigailov listens in on Raskolnikov and Sonya's conversation in private.
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Chapter 21
by Mark Twain
While Mr. Dobbins plans for the school's final exam, the boys form a plan to get back at Mr. Dobbins.
David Copperfield
Chapter 56: The New Wound, and the Old
by Charles Dickens
David visits Mrs. Steerforth, now an invalid, to deliver some bad news.
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
Chapter 5
by Mark Twain
The church breaks out is a sudden commotion when a dog has a run in with a beetle.
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
Part 3, Chapter 2: Good-Bye!
by Hugh Lofting
After a number of delays, the Curlew departs to great fanfare and celebration by the citizens of Puddleby.
Around the World in 80 Days
Chapter 7: Which Once More Demonstrates the Uselessness of Passports as Aids to Detectives
by Jules Verne
Detective Fix informs the consulate of his suspicions regarding Phileas Fogg.
Logic: Deductive and Inductive
“Chapter 12”
by Carveth Read, M.A.
Little Women
Part 2, Chapter 42: All Alone
by Louisa May Alcott
Jo is deeply affected by Beth's passing, and begins to reminisce about her time in New York with Professor Bhaer.
Clotel; or, The President's Daughter
Chapter 8: The Seperation
by William Wells Brown
Clotel's relationship with Horatio ends.
Sense and Sensibility
Chapter X
by Jane Austen
Willoughby calls again the next morning, and the family are again convinced of his charms, as he comes to admire them, and Marianne in particular. An attraction is growing.
The Crimson Fairy Book
“The Boy Who Could Keep a Secret”
by Andrew Lang
A young boy keeps a secret that has him passed from one household to the next. He is able to outsmart everyone he meets and becomes King of Hungary.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Second: The Golden Thread—Chapter 17: One Night
by Charles Dickens
Dr. Manette starts to put his imprisonment behind him.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the Third: The Track of a Storm—Chapter 6: Triumph
by Charles Dickens
Dr. Manette testifies at Darnay's trial.
Oliver Twist
Chapter 20: Wherein Oliver is Delivered Over to Mr. William Sikes.
by Charles Dickens
Oliver and Nancy proceed to Bill Sikes' house. Sikes gives a stern warning to Oliver.
A Tale of Two Cities
Book the First: Recalled to Life—Chapter 3: The Night Shadows
by Charles Dickens
Lorry takes part in a strange conversation as his fellow travelers dream.
Wuthering Heights
Chapter 30
by Emily Brontë
Nelly's narrative ends; Zillah is now who tells Nelly about Cathy. Before Linton dies Cathy takes care of herself; after Linton dies, Cathy will not let Zillah or Hareton be nice to her.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 11
by Jack London
A discussion of life, nature, and existence with Captain Larsen ends in a rather strange act of violence towards Hump.
The Sea-Wolf
Chapter 5
by Jack London
Hump receives his dried clothing, but notices that some valuably articles are now missing, resulting in an altercation with Mugridge. A misstep while performing his duties aboard ship, results in violence towards Hump. Hump informs Captain Larsen of his missing money, but is only chastised for his irresponsibility and later presented with some of the captains philosophy.
Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus
Chapter 15
by Mary Shelley
The monster finds a satchel with clothes and books and decides to study the books to learn more about the world. He decides to win over the blind old man in the cottage, that the cottagers might befriend him. However, when the other discover him, they run him off because they are appalled by his appearance.
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.