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A Victorious Union

Chapter XVIII: “The Reign of Christianity”

by Oliver Optic

The men deal with the aftermath of the battle, including the burial of the dead.

Moby Dick

Chapter 73: Stubb and Flask Kill a Right Whale; and Then Have a Talk Over

by Herman Melville

After the killing of a right whale, Fedallah makes a suggestion.

Finally, at five o’clock, the students disperse, and Jane collapses to the floor. Deeply ashamed, she is certain that her reputation at Lowood has been ruined, but Helen assures her that most of the girls felt more pity for Jane than revulsion at her alleged deceitfulness. Jane tells Miss Temple that she is not a liar, and relates the story of her tormented childhood at Gateshead. Miss Temple seems to believe Jane and writes to Mr. Lloyd requesting confirmation of Jane’s account of events. Miss Temple offers Jane and Helen tea and seed cake, endearing herself even further to Jane. When Mr. Lloyd’s letter arrives and corroborates Jane’s story, Miss Temple publicly declares Jane to be innocent. Relieved and contented, Jane devotes herself to her studies. She excels at drawing and makes progress in French.

Little Women

Part 2, Chapter 41: Learning to Forget

by Louisa May Alcott

Amy, having learned of Beth's passing, is joined by Laurie in Europe.

Romeo and Juliet

Act 1, Scene 1

by William Shakespeare

A chance meeting of the Capulets and Montagues results in armed conflict on the streets of Verona. Benvolio informs the elder Montague of his Romeo's condition.

The Four Million

"Springtime Á La Carte"

by O. Henry

A woman fears she has been forgotten.

Moby Dick

Chapter 120: The Deck Toward the End of the First Night Watch

by Herman Melville

Starbuck once again doubts the judgement of Ahab.

The Invisible Man

Chapter 6

by H.G. Wells

(London, England; Pearson's Magazine, 1897)

Winesburg, Ohio

Introduction by Irving Howe

by Sherwood Anderson

Introduction to the book by Irving Howe.

The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym

Chapter 3

by Edgar Allan Poe

While in hiding upon ship, Pym receives a strange and ominous message.

Dracula

Chapter 2

by Bram Stoker

Jonathan journals about his conversation with Count Dracula regarding England and the new estate in London that Jonathan secured for him. He notices strange things about the Count and his castle that makes him feel uneasy and like a prisoner.

Babbitt

Chapter 15

by Sinclair Lewis

In an attempt to be invited into a country club, George and Myra extend a dinner invitation.

Romeo and Juliet

Cast of Characters

by William Shakespeare

List of Characters represented throughout the play.

Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus

Chapter 9

by Mary Shelley

Victor is melancholy after Justine’s execution and thinks of Elizabeth and his father to keep from thoughts of suicide. The family travels to their home at Belrive and the beautiful scenery cheers him somewhat.

The Little Lame Prince

Chapter 4

by Maria Dinah Mulock Craik

Dolor would hide the traveling cloak in the cupboard. His godmother introduces herself as Stuff and Nonsense. She showed the young prince the mysteries of the cloak—which he didn’t understand at all.

Tik-Tok of Oz

Chapter 3: “Magic Mystifies the Marchers”

by L. Frank Baum

Upon seeing (in her magic book) Ann’s plan to attack the Emerald City, Glinda casts a spell sending Ann and the Oogaboo army to a different village. They decide to conquer this deserted place and come upon a Rak instead.

The Sea-Wolf

Chapter 26

by Jack London

Hump, assisted by Oofty-Oofty, tends to the wounded sailors. Hump, Captain Larson, and Maud discuss temptation and the soul over dinner. Hump attempts to intervene after encountering Larson and Maude in outside his cabin. Overcome by pain, Captain Larsen collapses. Hump, feeling that he can no longer stay on board the Ghost, gathers supplies and sets his course for Japan accompanied by Maud.

Northanger Abbey

Chapter XXII

by Jane Austen

Catherine’s discovery is not so monumental and she takes it upon herself to learn more about the mysteries of the Tilney family.

Peter Pan

Chapter 14: The Pirate Ship

by J.M. Barrie

Back on the Jolly Roger a despondent Captain Hook prepares the plank as he laments the absence of Peter Pan. A familiar sound evokes great fear in the captain.

The Go Ahead Boys and the Racing Motor-Boat

Chapter 13

by Ross Kay

The boys land at Cape Vincent and Fred finds a bond under one of the cushions in the boat. The rude man makes his appearance again, however Fred cuts the visit short. He claims the document is his and threatens the boys.