Winesburg, Ohio
Paper Pills, concerning Doctor Reefy
by Sherwood Anderson
The story of Dr. Reefy and his brief, but happy marriage to a much younger woman.
The story of Dr. Reefy and his brief, but happy marriage to a much younger woman.
Thomas Jefferson's second inaugural address, presented in Washington, D.C. in March of 1805.
Mrs. March is sent for as Beth's condition worsens.
St. Petersburg prepares for a somber day. Tom, Huck, and Joe's sudden and unexpected arrival changes the mood of the congregation.
It is discovered that the princess gains gravity in water. Therefore, the two Chinese philosophers determine that she may be cured if she should cry because it is a deeper source of water.
Ishael draws on Greek mythology to show the heroic nature of whaling.
The story of a gnat that was able to overcome a lion despite his small size. However, as the gnat gloats about his victory he is beaten by a spider’s web.
Hump learns more and more about the design and purpose of the Ghost. Hump discusses Captain Larsen with a new acquaintance. An incident on board ship further exposes Hump to Captain Larsen's philosophy.
Agnes Grey narrates her family background and the circumstances that led to her employment as a governess.
Maximilian visits Valentine and Noirtier.
Laertes' and Claudius' scheme does not go as planned. Hamlet instructs Horatio as Fortinbras prepares to enter the castle.
Rosalie is wed, and Agnes Grey and Matilda are left to entertain themselves. Agnes Grey finds that she is called home earlier than expected.
The introduction of Zenobia and the ideals the community plans to live by during their "experiment" at Blithedale
George Washington addresses the officers at Newburgh in an attempt to prevent a possible uprising.
Defarge receives warning of a spy in the neighborhood. John Barsad pays a visit to Defarge's wine shop.
Marmaduke is sick and has to stay in bed. He becomes very lonely because his siblings were sent to visit their uncle until he Marmaduke recovers. The Toyman visits him and sings to him while making him a special toy to help cheer him up.
A poetic narrative describing Oscar Wilde's experiences in the Reading Gaol.
The narrator discusses the orange groves and how they’ve changed; and the swamps and their surrounding environment.
A part of a collection of short stories about three children in the revolutionary times. The story focuses on the three children celebrating the Halloween traditions, including the carving of a pumpkin, bobbing for apples, and other festivities.
Hump and Maud continue their work on the Ghost, as Larsen's health takes another downturn.
A thoughtless fairy enchants a fountain without considering the effects of the enchantment. Beyond destroying the town, the mistake takes effect against the young wards of another fairy. The fairies try to discover a way to undo the mistake and reunite the young lovers.
Eugenie speaks to Danglers about her reservations about marrying Cavalcanti.
This chapter, covering the years 1867 to 1878, gives the author's first hand account of his experiences during the Reconstruction period, as well as a critique of the Federal Government's actions following the Civil War.