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A Sale

"A Sale" by Guy de Maupassant is a compelling short story that explores themes of greed, social class, and human nature through the lens of a public auction. The narrative revolves around a wealthy...

by Guy de Maupassant

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A Sandshore Wooing

"A Sandshore Wooing" is a charming short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, set in the picturesque landscape of Prince Edward Island. This tale revolves around the themes of love, misunderstanding, and...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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A Scotch Sketch

"A Scotch Sketch" by Charles Battell Loomis is a lighthearted, humorous travelogue that captures the author's experiences and observations during a trip to Scotland. Through witty an...

by Charles Battell Loomis

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A Scythian Philosopher

"A Scythian Philosopher" is a philosophical narrative by Jean de La Fontaine. Set in Scythia, an ancient region of Central Eurasia, the story revolves around a philosopher who, through his wisdom a...

by Jean de La Fontaine

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A Serious Tea-Drinking

"A Serious Tea-Drinking" is a novella by Sarah Orne Jewett that explores themes of social custom, friendship, and the intricacies of women's relationships in 19th-century New England. The story cen...

by Sarah Orne Jewett

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A Ship of '49

"A Ship of '49" by Bret Harte is a vivid and engaging novella that captures the spirit of the Gold Rush era in California. Through the eyes of its characters, Harte explores themes o...

by Bret Harte

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A Sister's Confession

"A Sister's Confession" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, betrayal, and moral conflict. The narrative centers on a woman who reveals her intense feelings ...

by Guy de Maupassant

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A Slander

"A Slander" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that examines the themes of gossip, reputation, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative revolves around a character who gr...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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A Slav Soul

"A Slav Soul" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a poignant exploration of Russian identity, culture, and the complexities of human experience. Through a series of interconnected stories, Kuprin delves into th...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

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A Snowmance Story

by A Lyon

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A Society for the Reformation of Poker Players

"A Society for the Reformation of Poker Players," written by Robert Barr, is a humorous and satirical novella that examines the world of poker and its players. Set in the late 19th centur...

by Robert Barr

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A son, Gift from God

by Sam Hain

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A Sorrowful Guest

"A Sorrowful Guest" by Sarah Orne Jewett is a poignant short story that explores themes of compassion, isolation, and the healing power of human connection. Set in a small coastal town, the narrati...

by Sarah Orne Jewett

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A Soul That Was Not at Home

"A Soul That Was Not at Home" is a poignant short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, exploring themes of longing, identity, and the search for belonging. Set against the backdrop of rural Canada, it fo...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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A Spirit of Avarice

"A Spirit of Avarice" is a gripping short story by W. W. Jacobs that delves into themes of greed and the supernatural. The narrative follows a character whose insatiable desire for wealth...

by W. W. Jacobs

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A Spring Idyl

"A Spring Idyl" by Charles Battell Loomis is a charming pastoral narrative that celebrates the beauty and renewal of springtime. Through vivid imagery and lyrical prose, Loomis captures t...

by Charles Battell Loomis

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A Story

"A Story" by Hans Christian Andersen is a classic piece that showcases his mastery in story-telling which comes in a mixture of allegory and fairy tale. Imbued with timeless wisdom, Andersen explor...

by Hans Christian Andersen

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A Story From the Sand-Hills

"A Story From the Sand-Hills" by Hans Christian Andersen is a classic tale of love and resilience. Taking place in the hill-y dunes of Jutland in Denmark, it follows the life of a poor fisherman's ...

by Hans Christian Andersen

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A Story of Old Rome

"A Story of Old Rome" by James Baldwin is a historical narrative aimed at young readers that brings the ancient city of Rome to life. Through engaging storytelling, Baldwin recounts the rich histor...

by James Baldwin

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A Story of Robin Hood

"A Story of Robin Hood" by James Baldwin is a retelling of the classic English legend of Robin Hood, the legendary outlaw who steals from the rich to give to the poor. Set in medieval Eng...

by James Baldwin

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A Story Without a Title

"A Story Without a Title" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that delves into the fleeting nature of human emotions and the complexities of relationships. The narrative revolves around a c...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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A Story Without an End

"A Story Without an End" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a poignant and introspective short story that explores the complexities of human emotions and relationships. The narrative centers around a co...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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A Straight Course

"A Straight Course" by Sarah Orne Jewett is a charming novella that explores themes of love, friendship, and the complexities of human relationships within the backdrop of small-town life in New En...

by Sarah Orne Jewett

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A Strange Amnesia

by Anika

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A Strange Sail

"A Strange Sail" by Sarah Orne Jewett is a novella that delves into themes of adventure, self-discovery, and the complexities of human relationships. The story follows the experiences of a young wo...

by Sarah Orne Jewett

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A Strange Story

"A Strange Story" is a novella by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev that explores themes of existentialism, the nature of love, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative revolves around a c...

by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

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A Stranger to Luck

"A Stranger to Luck" by Charles Battell Loomis is a whimsical and adventurous tale that follows the story of an unlikely protagonist who finds himself navigating a world filled with chanc...

by Charles Battell Loomis

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A Strayed Allegiance

"A Strayed Allegiance" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a poignant exploration of loyalty, love, and the struggle for personal identity. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Canada, the novel f...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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A Stroll

"A Stroll" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that captures the essence of a leisurely walk through the bustling streets of Paris. The narrative follows the reflections of the protagonist as he ...

by Guy de Maupassant

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A Study in Scarlet

A Study in Scarlet is an 1887 detective novel by Scottish author Arthur Conan Doyle. The story marks the first appearance of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, who would become the most famous detecti...

by Arthur Conan Doyle

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A Substitute Journalist

"A Substitute Journalist" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a reflective and engaging story that explores the life of a young woman navigating the challenges and intricacies of journalism. Set against the...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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A Sunday Visit

"A Sunday Visit" by Sarah Orne Jewett is a charming short story that captures a visit to a New England home on a quiet Sunday. Through the eyes of a young visitor, the narrative explores themes of ...

by Sarah Orne Jewett

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