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The Story of an African Farm by Olive Schreiner  — Research Starter

"The Story of an African Farm" is a novel by Olive Schreiner, published in 1883, set in the rural landscapes of South Africa. The narrative revolves around the lives of Lyndall, Em, and Waldo as they…

The Stones of Venice by John Ruskin  — Research Starter

"The Stones of Venice" is a three-volume work by John Ruskin, published between 1851 and 1853, that combines architectural critique, cultural history, and moral philosophy. Ruskin examines Venice's…

The Stone Diaries by Carol Shields  — Research Starter

"The Stone Diaries" by Carol Shields is a poignant exploration of a woman's life, reflecting on themes of identity, memory, and the complexities of familial relationships. The novel follows Daisy…

The Stone Angel by Margaret Laurence  — Research Starter

"The Stone Angel" is a novel by Margaret Laurence, published in 1964, that explores themes of memory, identity, and aging through the life of its protagonist, Hagar Shipley. At the age of ninety,…

The Star of Seville by Unknown  — Research Starter

"The Star of Seville" is a dramatic work attributed to an unknown author, set in the backdrop of medieval Seville during the reign of King Sancho IV of Castile. The play centers around a romantic…

The Stand by Stephen King  — Research Starter

"The Stand" by Stephen King is an epic post-apocalyptic novel that explores the battle between good and evil following a devastating pandemic caused by a genetically engineered strain of influenza…

The Spy Who Came in from the Cold by John le Carré  — Research Starter

"The Spy Who Came in from the Cold" is a seminal espionage novel by John le Carré, published in 1963. Set during the Cold War, the story follows Alec Leamas, a disillusioned British spy whose network…

The Spy by James Fenimore Cooper  — Research Starter

"The Spy," written by James Fenimore Cooper and published in 1821, is a historical novel set during the American Revolutionary War. The story follows Harvey Birch, a seemingly simple peddler who…

The Sport of the Gods by Paul Laurence Dunbar  — Research Starter

"The Sport of the Gods" is a novel by Paul Laurence Dunbar, published in 1901, that explores themes of race, family, and societal expectations in post-Civil War America. The story centers around the…