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Critique of Practical Reason by Immanuel Kant  — Research Starter

Immanuel Kant's "Critique of Practical Reason," published in 1788, serves as a foundational text in moral philosophy, exploring the nature of moral reasoning and the principles that govern ethical…

Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell  — Research Starter

"Cranford" is a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell, set in a small English village largely populated by women. The story unfolds in a quaint community where men are scarce, creating a unique social dynamic.…

Crabwalk by Günter Grass  — Research Starter

"Crabwalk" by Günter Grass is a novel that intertwines personal and historical narratives centered around the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff, a German ocean liner that was torpedoed by a Soviet…

Cousin Pons by Honoré de Balzac  — Research Starter

"Cousin Pons" is a novel by Honoré de Balzac, published in 1847, that explores themes of art, friendship, and betrayal. The story revolves around Sylvain Pons, an elderly and unattractive man who has…

Cousin Bette by Honoré de Balzac  — Research Starter

"Cousin Bette," a novel by Honoré de Balzac, explores themes of jealousy, revenge, and the complexities of familial relationships in 19th-century Paris. The story revolves around the character of…

Couples by John Updike  — Research Starter

"Couples" by John Updike is a novel that explores the complexities of marriage, infidelity, and social dynamics among a group of middle-class couples living in Tarbox, a suburban community on Boston's…

Cotton Comes to Harlem by Chester Himes  — Research Starter

"Cotton Comes to Harlem" by Chester Himes is a crime fiction novel set against the backdrop of Harlem during the 1960s. The story hinges on a rally organized by Reverend Deke O'Malley, who promotes a…

Coriolanus by William Shakespeare  — Research Starter

"Coriolanus" is a tragedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written around 1607-1608. The play centers around Caius Marcius, a skilled Roman general known for his military prowess and…

Coplas on the Death of His Father by Jorge Manrique  — Research Starter

"Coplas on the Death of His Father" by Jorge Manrique is a poignant elegy dedicated to the poet's father, Rodrigo, who passed away in 1476. Esteemed as a significant work in Spanish literature, the…