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Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus

Chapter 6

by Mary Shelley

Victor recovers after reading the concerned letter from Elizabeth and introduces Henry to his professors. However, even the sight of chemical equipment makes Victor uneasy. He awaits his father’s letter to facilitate his return to Geneva.

Babbitt

Chapter 29

by Sinclair Lewis

George's involvement with Tanis begins to take a toll on his health and reputation. George receives his first invitation into the Good Citizen's League.

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.

Pygmalion

Act 1

by George Bernard Shaw

Foul weather brings a common flower girl, note-taker, and gentleman together. The note-taker and the gentleman reveal their identities to one another.

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.