Main Street
Chapter 29
by Sinclair Lewis
Carol encounters Erik while walking with Hugh, and they discuss life in Gopher Prairie. Carol encourages Erik to pursue further education. Erik slowly earns the town's acceptance.
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Uncle Tom's Cabin Told to the Children
Preface
by Harriet Beecher Stowe
The editor/author of the book discusses the impact of the original book, the impact it had on the institution of slavery, and the significant contributions of its author, Harriet Beecher Stowe.
Uncle Tom's Cabin Told to the Children
Chapter 21: George Shelby Frees His Slaves
by Harriet Beecher Stowe
After returning to the Shelby home, Master George sets his slaves free.
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
Part 1, Chapter 2: I Hear of the Great Naturalist
by Hugh Lofting
Having come across an injured squirrel, Tommy is directed to the office of John Dolittle by his friends. Matthew tells Tommy of the good doctors many voyages. Upon arriving at the doctor's house, the visitors encounter the loyal dog Jip, but find that the doctor is no where to be found.
The Bird's Christmas Carol
Chapter 4: Birds of a Feather Flock Together
by Kate Douglas Wiggin
The many members of the Bird family return home to visit during the holidays.
Grimm's Fairy Tales
Rumpelstiltskin
by Grimm Brothers
A miller's lie forces his daughter to make a deal with an evil dwarf in order to avoid execution.
Lyrics of Sunshine and Shadow
The Plantation Child's Lullaby
by Paul Laurence Dunbar
"Wintah time hit comin’ Stealin’ thoo de night;"
Silas Marner
Part 1, Chapter 15
by George Eliot
Eppie continues to bring great joy to Silas. Godfrey continues his courtship of Nancy.
Silas Marner
Part 2, Chapter 18
by George Eliot
A discovery is made at the stone pits. Godfrey divulges his secret to Nancy.
My Bondage and My Freedom
Chapter 6: Treatment of Slaves on Lloyd's Plantation
by Frederick Douglass
More about life on Lloyd's Plantation.
Around the World in 80 Days
Chapter 23: In Which Passepartout’s Nose Becomes Outrageously Long
by Jules Verne
The morning after arriving in Yokohama, a hungry Passepartout attempts to secure his next meal. Passepartout is reunited with his master and Aouda.
Vanity Fair
Chapter 21: A Quarrel About an Heiress
by William Makepeace Thackeray
Old Osborne has his own plan for George. George defies his father wishes.
The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Book Second, Chapter 1
by Victor Hugo
Gringoire, broke and depressed, walks the streets of Paris, eventually ending up at the Place de Gréve.
The Light Princess
Story 15: “Look at the Rain!”
by George MacDonald
The princess sobs over her prince and with that, she falls for the first time. It begins to rain outside and the lake fills as she gains her gravity. The princess learns to walk and she married the prince. They live happily ever after.
Curly and Floppy Twistytail, the Funny Piggie Boys
Chapter 30: “Floppy and the Stockings”
by Howard R. Garis
On the way home from buying a cake at the store, Flop meets Nurse jane Fuzzy Wuzzy and she gives him some stockings to hang out for Santa. When she leaves, he is chased by a fox. When he hides, he sees a mouse who tells him to throw a stocking full of leaves at him to fool him. He does and escapes.
Curly and Floppy Twistytail, the Funny Piggie Boys
Chapter 1: “Curly Twistytail Is Named”
by Howard R. Garis
A little pig boy is caught by a bear and tied to a tree by his tail. When his brother rescues him, his tail is permanantly curled. From now on, he was called Curly.
The Voyages of Doctor Dolittle
Part 5, Chapter 3: Fire
by Hugh Lofting
Doctor Dolittle introduces the Popsipetel tribe to the gift of fire.
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.
The Merchant of Venice
Merchant of Venice: Act 2, Scene 2
by William Shakespeare
Lancelot and Old Gobbo present a proposition to Bassanio. Bassianio and Graziano depart for Belmont.
Fairy Tales and Other Traditional Stories
“The Golden Goose”
by Grimm Brothers
The youngest and silliest of three sons finds good fortune in sharing his meal with a poor old man.
The Outdoor Girls in Florida
Chapter XXI: "To the Rescue"
by Laura Lee Hope
The boy reveals more of his identity, and also brings news of the missing Tom. He encourages the girls to help him rescue the others, but they decide they need help.
The Tragedy of Julius Caesar
Act 4, Scene 2
by William Shakespeare
Angered by the condemnation of a friend, Cassius arrives to speak with Brutus.
Behind the Scenes
Chapter 1: Where I Was Born
by Elizabeth Keckley
The author discusses the place of her birth and her memories of her parents.
Sylvie and Bruno Concluded
Chapter 19: “A Fairy-Duet”
by Lewis Carroll
The year ends and Muriel and the narrator mourn the death of Arthur.
The Marble Faun
Chapter XVII: “Miriam’s Trouble”
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
While sitting on a fallen column, the four friends admire the moonlight.