Flatland
Part 1, Section 5: Of Our Methods of Recognizing One Another
by Edwin A. Abbott
The author explains how inhabitants of Flatland recognize each other.
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
“Chapter 38”
by Mark Twain
Tom continues to complicate Jim's escape with unnecessary plans.
Half-Past Seven Stories
Story 2: "The Big Bobsled"
by Robert Gordon Anderson
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. In this story the Toyman that is a friend to the three children has a mysterious secret in his workshop that keep the boys guessing and therefore, entertained.
Tales of Terror and Mystery
“The Leather Funnel”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
A story in which dreams are effected by objects that retell the purpose they served. In this tale of terror, a leather funnel tells the tale of a horrbile execution.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 109: The Assizes
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
The people of Paris begin arriving at the trial of Benedetto.
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
Part 2, Chapter 16: Shortage of Air
by Jules Verne
In order to avert tragedy, Captain Nemo takes drastic action.
The House of the Seven Gables
Chapter I: “The Old Pyncheon”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Colonel Pyncheon helps convict the owner of a seven-gabled house (Matthew Maule) of witchcraft. At the gallows, Matthew curses and the Colonel. On the day the Colonel opens the seven-gabled mansion, he is found dead. Future generations experience unhappiness and Hepzibah (the current resident) opens a ten-cent shop.
Presidential Addresses and Messages
First Inaugural Address, Washington, D.C., March 4, 1801
by Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson's first inaugural address, presented in Washington, D.C. in March of 1801.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 9: The Evening of the Bethrothal
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Villefort heads back to Madame de Saint-Meran's in the Place du Grand Cours and prepares for a trip to Paris. Mercedes stops by Villefort's home, and is offered no answers.
Sense and Sensibility
Chapter XVI
by Jane Austen
Marianne is up crying the whole of that night, and is absolutely inconsolable and overly dramatic in her grief.
The Outdoor Chums on the Gulf; or, Rescuing the Lost Balloonists
Chapter I: "Under Sealed Orders"
by Captain Quincy Allen
A group of four boys find that their winter break promises more excitement than they could have hoped for. Frank lets his friends know that they have an opportunity for an adventure, traveling Florida by boat.
The Count of Monte Cristo
Chapter 20: The Cemetery of the Chateau D'If
by Alexandre Dumas, pére
Dantes thinks of his own plan to escape Chateau d'If.
A Victorious Union
Chapter IV: “The Revelations of the Revellers”
by Oliver Optic
A meeting with drunken revellers provides pertinent information.
Around the World in 80 Days
Chapter 17: Showing What Happened on the Voyage from Singapore to Hong Kong
by Jules Verne
Passepartout questions Detective Fix's motivation after discovering him on the Rangoon. An oblivious Phileas continues to spend time with Aouda. The Rangoon enters high seas.
Great Expectations
Chapter 32
by Charles Dickens
Pip receives correspondence from Estella. Wemmick gives Pip a tour.
The Iliad
Book 7: The Single Combat of Hector and Ajax
by Homer
Hector presents a challenge to the Achaean line. Ajax and Hector engage in battle until Zeus intervenes.
Sense and Sensibility
Chapter XL
by Jane Austen
Mrs. Jennings at first thinks that Elinor and the Colonel were discussing an attachment between them, but soon is able to catch on that they were discussing Edward and his need for a position.
The Iliad
Book 22: The Death of Hector
by Homer
Achilles and Hector finally meet on the field of battle.
Flatland
Part 1, Section 4: Concerning the Women
by Edwin A. Abbott
The author explains his view of women.
Treasure Island
Part Six: Captain Silver, Chapter 30: On Parole
by Robert Louis Stevenson
Livesey arrives to tend to the pirates. Livesey asks for a private meeting with Jim. Silver grants him his wish. Livesey chastises Jim for deserting the Captain. He tries to convince him that they should flee. Jim refuses.
Beyond the City
Chapter VIII: “Shadows Before”
by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Mrs. Westmacott becomes more acquainted with the Doctor, until it appears they plan to marry. Clara and Ida decide to convince their father not to marry Mrs. Westmacott by imitating her emancipated dress and liberal beliefs.
The Red Badge of Courage
Chapter 21
by Stephen Crane
Henry's regiment receives little or no praise for their efforts in repelling the enemy. Henry and Wilson defend the regiment's actions. Henry and Wilson are recognized for their gallantry in the battle.
The Flamingo Feather
Chapter VI: "The Journey in Search of Food" The Flamingo Feather
by Kirk Munroe
The boys journey by canoe. Concerns are raised when they find evidence of others pursuing the tribe, evidence that leads them to fear there are enemies nearby.
The Jungle
Chapter 5
by Upton Sinclair
The expense of owning the house begins to absorb all of the family's money, while Jurgis is approached by union personnel. Both Antanas and Marija find jobs, however the circumstances surrounding each job are questionable.
Great Expectations
Chapter 56
by Charles Dickens
Pip eases Magwitch's mind before he departs, and prays for him afterwards.