"1492" is a historical novel by Mary Johnson. The story is written from the first-person perspective of a man named Jayme de Marchena, who is a member of the court of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain.

The novel follows the events leading up to Columbus's journey to the New World, as well as the aftermath of his discovery. Marchena is initially skeptical of Columbus's plans, but he becomes convinced of their feasibility after meeting with the explorer.

As Columbus sets sail on his jo...

"The Third Circle" is a short story written by Frank Norris. It tells the story of a young couple, Isabel and Harney, who are struggling to make ends meet in San Francisco. Harney is a clerk in a law firm and Isabel is a dressmaker. They dream of a better life and plan to marry as soon as they can afford it.

One day, Harney meets a wealthy and influential man named Trant, who invites him to join a secret society called "The Third Circle". The society is made up of wealthy and powerful men who...