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Peyton Place by Grace Metalious  — Research Starter

"Peyton Place," written by Grace Metalious and published in 1956, is a groundbreaking novel that explores the complexities of small-town life in New England. The story centers on two eighth-grade…

Peter Ibbetson by George du Maurier  — Research Starter

"Peter Ibbetson" is a novel by George du Maurier, published in 1891, that explores themes of nostalgia, dreams, and the complexities of human relationships. The story follows Peter Pasquier, a young…

Persuasion by Jane Austen  — Research Starter

"Persuasion," published posthumously in 1818, is Jane Austen's final novel, exploring themes of love, regret, and social dynamics in early 19th-century England. The story centers around Anne Elliot, a…

Personae by Ezra Pound  — Research Starter

"Personae" is a significant collection of poetry by Ezra Pound, published in 1926, which showcases a selection of his shorter poems up to that date, excluding the unfinished "Cantos." The collection…

Pericles, Prince of Tyre by William Shakespeare  — Research Starter

"Pericles, Prince of Tyre" is a play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written around 1607-1608. The story revolves around Prince Pericles, who embarks on a tumultuous journey marked by…

Pepita Jiménez by Juan Valera  — Research Starter

"Pepita Jiménez," a novel by Spanish writer Juan Valera, is set in Andalusia and centers around the complex relationships involving a young seminarian, Luis de Vargas, and a beautiful widow, Pepita…

Penrod by Booth Tarkington  — Research Starter

"Penrod," written by Booth Tarkington and published in 1914, is a coming-of-age novel that explores the humorous and often chaotic experiences of a young boy named Penrod Schofield. Set in a small…

Penguin Island by Anatole France  — Research Starter

"Penguin Island" is a satirical novel by Anatole France, published in 1908. The story begins with a Breton monk named Maël, who, under the influence of the devil, mistakenly believes he has…

Pelléas and Mélisande by Maurice Maeterlinck  — Research Starter

"Pelléas and Mélisande" is a symbolic play written by Belgian playwright Maurice Maeterlinck, first published in 1892, that explores themes of love, fate, and the complexities of human emotions. The…