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The Compleat Angler by Izaak Walton  — Research Starter

"The Compleat Angler," written by Izaak Walton in 1653, is a renowned guide to the art of fishing that transcends the typical handbook format. The book features a light narrative involving three…

The Company of Women by Mary Gordon  — Research Starter

"The Company of Women" by Mary Gordon is a novel that explores the complexities of female relationships, personal growth, and the impact of mentorship within a religious framework. The story centers…

The Colossus, and Other Poems by Sylvia Plath  — Research Starter

"The Colossus, and Other Poems" is Sylvia Plath's first published collection of poetry, released in 1960 in England and 1962 in the United States. The book showcases Plath's distinctive voice as a…

The Collector by John Fowles  — Research Starter

"The Collector" is a novel by John Fowles, published in 1963, that delves into the complex and disturbing dynamics of power, obsession, and alienation. The story follows Frederick Clegg, a…

The Cocktail Party by T. S. Eliot  — Research Starter

"The Cocktail Party" is a play written by T. S. Eliot, first performed in 1949. Set in a London flat, the narrative revolves around a cocktail party hosted by Edward Chamberlayne and his wife,…

The Clown by Heinrich Böll  — Research Starter

"The Clown" by Heinrich Böll is a poignant narrative that follows Hans Schnier, a professional clown who returns to his hometown of Bonn after injuring his knee during a performance while under the…

The Clouds by Aristophanes  — Research Starter

"The Clouds" is a comedic play by the ancient Greek playwright Aristophanes, written around 423 BCE. The story follows Strepsiades, a wealthy Athenian who becomes impoverished due to the extravagant…

The Clayhanger Trilogy by Arnold Bennett  — Research Starter

The Clayhanger Trilogy by Arnold Bennett is a series of novels set in the Midlands of England, focusing on the life of Edwin Clayhanger from his adolescence into adulthood. The story begins in 1872,…

The City of God by Saint Augustine  — Research Starter

"The City of God" is a seminal work by Saint Augustine, one of the most significant theologians in Christian history. Written in response to the sack of Rome by the Visigoths in 410 CE, Augustine's…