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The Flies by Jean-Paul Sartre  — Research Starter

"The Flies" is a play by Jean-Paul Sartre that explores themes of guilt, responsibility, and the struggle for individual autonomy against societal norms. Set in Argos, fifteen years after the murder…

The Fisher Maiden by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson  — Research Starter

"The Fisher Maiden" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a short fiction piece set in Norway that explores themes of love, ambition, and societal expectations through the lives of its main characters. The…

The Firebugs by Max Frisch  — Research Starter

"The Firebugs" is a dramatic play by Swiss author Max Frisch, first performed in 1953. The narrative revolves around Gottlieb Biedermann, a businessman who becomes unwittingly entangled with two men,…

The Financier by Theodore Dreiser  — Research Starter

"The Financier," a novel by Theodore Dreiser published in 1912, follows the life of Frank Cowperwood, a young and ambitious man whose singular focus is accumulating wealth. The story begins with…

The Filostrato by Giovanni Boccaccio  — Research Starter

"The Filostrato" is a narrative poem by Giovanni Boccaccio, composed around the mid-14th century, that explores themes of love, betrayal, and the tragic consequences of war. Set against the backdrop…

The Fifth Horseman by José Antonio Villarreal  — Research Starter

"The Fifth Horseman" by José Antonio Villarreal is a novel set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Mexico, exploring themes of class conflict, revolution, and personal struggle. The story…

The Fifth Child by Doris Lessing  — Research Starter

"The Fifth Child" is a novel by Doris Lessing that explores the complexities of family life, parental expectations, and societal norms. The story follows Harriet and David, a couple eager to start a…

The Field of Vision by Wright Morris  — Research Starter

*The Field of Vision* by Wright Morris is a novel that explores themes of memory, choice, and the complexities of human relationships through the lens of a chance encounter. Set in the 1950s, the…

The Female Quixote by Charlotte Lennox  — Research Starter

"The Female Quixote" by Charlotte Lennox, published in 1752, is a satirical novel that explores themes of gender roles, romance, and the impact of literature on personal behavior. The story centers…