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Darkness at Noon by Arthur Koestler  — Research Starter

"Darkness at Noon," a novel by Arthur Koestler published in 1940, delves into the psychological and moral struggles of Nicholas Rubashov, a former high-ranking communist official who finds himself…

Dark Laughter by Sherwood Anderson  — Research Starter

"Dark Laughter" is a novel by Sherwood Anderson that explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and the complexities of human relationships. The story follows Bruce Dudley, whose real name is John…

Daphnis and Chloë by Longus  — Research Starter

"Daphnis and Chloë," attributed to the ancient Greek writer Longus, is a pastoral romance set on the idyllic island of Lesbos. The narrative begins with the discovery of two abandoned infants:…

Danton's Death by Georg Büchner  — Research Starter

"Danton's Death" is a dramatic work by German playwright Georg Büchner that captures the tension and turmoil of the French Revolution's Reign of Terror, specifically between March 24 and April 5,…

Daniel Deronda by George Eliot  — Research Starter

"Daniel Deronda," a novel by George Eliot published in 1876, weaves together the lives of two central characters: Gwendolen Harleth and Daniel Deronda himself. Gwendolen is portrayed as a beautiful…

Dangerous Acquaintances by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos  — Research Starter

"Dangerous Acquaintances," a novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, explores themes of manipulation, seduction, and the complexities of human relationships in 18th-century France. The story revolves…

Dancing at Lughnasa by Brian Friel  — Research Starter

"Dancing at Lughnasa" is a play by Brian Friel set in rural County Donegal in the summer of 1936, centering around the Mundy sisters and their complex family dynamics. The narrative is framed through…

Dame Care by Hermann Sudermann  — Research Starter

"Dame Care" is a novel by Hermann Sudermann, published in 1887, that explores themes of family dynamics, financial struggle, and personal growth through the lens of its protagonist, Paul Meyerhofer.…

Cyropaedia by Xenophon  — Research Starter

"Cyropaedia," written by the ancient Greek philosopher Xenophon, is a unique literary work that blends elements of historical fiction, biography, and political philosophy. Often referred to as a…