Found 73 books starting with C:

Cain

"Cain" by Aleksandr Kuprin is a novella that delves into the profound themes of existence, morality, and the human condition through the lens of a soldier's psychological turmoil. The story follows...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

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Candide

Candide, ou l'Optimisme, is a French satire first published in 1759 by Voltaire, a philosopher of the Age of Enlightenment.

by Voltaire

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Candlemas Day

"Candlemas Day" by Elizabeth Gordon is a captivating tale that weaves together elements of folklore, tradition, and the changing of the seasons. The story explores themes of renewal and t...

by Elizabeth Gordon

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Canossa

"Canossa" is a short story by Hector Hugh Munro, better known by his pen name Saki. Set in an aristocratic milieu, the narrative explores themes of social conventions, hypocrisy, and the nuances of...

by Hector Hugh Munro

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Capital Punishment

"Capital Punishment" is not a direct title by Charles Dickens; however, themes surrounding capital punishment can be found in his works, particularly in "Oliver Twist" and "A Tale of Two Cities." I...

by Charles Dickens

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Captain Littlepage

"Captain Littlepage" by Sarah Orne Jewett is a charming novella that follows the story of Captain Littlepage, an elderly sea captain who reflects on his life and adventures while living in a small ...

by Sarah Orne Jewett

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Captain Ribnikov

"Captain Ribnikov" is a novel by Russian author Aleksandr Kuprin, published in 1913. The story revolves around the experiences of Captain Ribnikov, a dedicated and principled officer in the Russian...

by Aleksandr Kuprin

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Caroline Oh Caroline

by M Brooks

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Carry On Jeeves

Carry On, Jeeves is a collection of ten short stories by P. G. Wodehouse. It was first published in the United Kingdom on 9 October 1925 by Herbert Jenkins, London, and in the United States on 7 Oc...

by P. G. Wodehouse

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Casabianca

"Casabianca" is a poignant essay by James Baldwin that reflects on themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the complexities of personal and collective identity. Using the metaphor of the young boy in the...

by James Baldwin

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Cat And Mouse in Partnership

Cat and Mouse in Partnership is a traditional fable by the Brothers Grimm about a cunning cat and a naive mouse. The pair become housemates, buy a pot of fat for the winter, and hide it for safekee...

by The Brothers Grimm

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Cat-Skin

Cat-Skin is a lesser-known fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm that tells the story of a beautiful girl who hides beneath a coat made of cat skin to escape her father's intention to marry her. Disgu...

by The Brothers Grimm

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Catherine's Quest

"Catherine's Quest" is a captivating novella by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu, revolving around the titular character, Catherine. The story explores themes of love, identity, and the supernatural ...

by Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu

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Caught in the Very Act

"Caught in the Very Act" is a short story by French author Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of infidelity, jealousy, and societal norms. The narrative unfolds as it follows the experiences of...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Cellular Automata, Mainframes, Maple, Mathematica and Computer Science in Tallinn Research Group

The book presents an expanded excursion into the creative activities of the Tallinn Research Group during 1970–2022 with a focus on researches and development in such main fields as mainframes, per...

by Victor Aladjev

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Champagne a Wayfarer's Story

"Champagne: A Wayfarer's Story" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of human connection, solitude, and the fleeting nature of joy. The narrative follows a traveler who ...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Charitable Reminiscences

"Charitable Reminiscences" is a collection of short stories by Bret Harte, a prominent American author of the 19th century known for his depictions of the American West. In this work, Harte explore...

by Bret Harte

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Charity. The Divine Science to Paradise “Islamic narrative”

If you ever have been fully engaged in any social or professional activity, you might have been experiencing a mental state that psychologists define as flow. You are completely involved and you fe...

by Zin Eddine Dadach

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Charlotte's Ladies

"Charlotte's Ladies" is a poignant novella by Lucy Maud Montgomery that weaves together themes of friendship, love, and the complexities of women's lives in a small community. The story centers aro...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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Chasing hat Might be

A story about a boy from rural Kentucky. Who found love before he knew what love was.

by Wes Thomas

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Chauncey Hare Townshend

"Chauncey Hare Townshend" is a fictional narrative by Charles Dickens that revolves around the life and experiences of its titular character, a man grappling with societal expectations, personal id...

by Charles Dickens

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Cheap House

by Wolfgang Niesielski

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Children

"Children" is a poignant short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores the themes of innocence, nostalgia, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in a rural environment, the narrat...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Children's Prattle

Children's Prattle is a collection of short stories by Hans Christian Andersen. These stories, originally written for children, explore various themes through allegories and parables, often featuri...

by Hans Christian Andersen

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Children’s Day

"Children’s Day" by Elizabeth Gordon is a charming picture book that celebrates the joy and significance of childhood. Through delightful illustrations and a rhythmic text, Gordon capture...

by Elizabeth Gordon

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Choristers

"Choristers" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of human relationships, social class, and the complexities of communication. The narrative centers around a choir of si...

by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

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Christmas at Red Butte

"Christmas at Red Butte" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a heartwarming novella that reflects on the themes of family, community, and the spirit of giving during the holiday season. Set in the picturesq...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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Christmas!

"Christmas!" by Elizabeth Gordon is a charming children's book that captures the magic and joy of the holiday season. Through engaging illustrations and heartwarming stories, the boo...

by Elizabeth Gordon

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Chu Chu

"Chu Chu" is a short story by Bret Harte, known for its vivid portrayal of life in the American West during the Gold Rush era. The narrative centers around the character of a young boy named Chu Ch...

by Bret Harte

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Circular Cliffhanger!

This is an going series of dynamic storytelling games that are meant to be enjoyed by several players at once. The creative flow of those who actively participate in these sessions should improve ...

by By Jason D. Essex

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Clair de Lune

"Clair de Lune" is a poignant short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of love, loneliness, and the fleeting nature of happiness. Set against the backdrop of a serene moonlit night, it...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Clara MÍlitch

"Clara Mílitch" is a short story by Russian author Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev, originally published in the 1860s. The narrative revolves around the complex emotions and societal constraints surroundi...

by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

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Classical Cellular Automata: Mathematical Theory and Applications

In the book we present some of results of the work we have done in theory of classical Cellular Automata (CA) and their appendices during 1969–2013 in truth with considerable pauses. These results ...

by Victor Aladjev

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Clay

"Clay" by James Joyce is not a book itself, but one of the short stories featured in his collection named "Dubliners." The story is about Maria, a middle-aged spinster who works in a Protestant cha...

by James Joyce

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Clever Elsie

"Clever Elsie" by The Brothers Grimm is a classic fairy tale that tells the story of a seemingly smart girl named Elsie, whom her parents sought to marry off to a suitor. However, her absurd behavi...

by The Brothers Grimm

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Clever Gretel

"Clever Gretel" by The Brothers Grimm is a fairy tale about a witty and smart cook, Gretel, who works for a rich man. When her master invites a guest for dinner, Gretel devises a scheme t...

by The Brothers Grimm

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Clever Hans

"Clever Hans" by The Brothers Grimm is an enchanting tale of a young man named Hans, who, despite his cleverness, constantly bungles his attempts to court his sweetheart Gretel due to his...

by The Brothers Grimm

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Clochette

"Clochette" is a short story by French author Guy de Maupassant, exploring themes of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows the life of a charming and capt...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Clock work

Short story written by: Lillianne Clark

by lillianne clark

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Clorinda's Gifts

"Clorinda's Gifts" is a heartwarming short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery that centers around Clorinda, a generous and imaginative woman living in a small community. As she prepares for the Christma...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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cloudy within the mind

This story is about once having love and then how it disappears from all the meaning it once had when young and the role it plays as an adult

by Beverly Norvell

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Clovis on Parental Responsibilities

"Clovis on Parental Responsibilities" is a witty short story by Hector Hugh Munro, known by his pen name Saki. The narrative revolves around the character Clovis, who often engages in sharp social ...

by Hector Hugh Munro

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Co Parenting Chapter 1- A Week Before Thanksgiving

Vanessa Harden love to write stories and be creative.

by SuperVanessa1992

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Co-Parenting Chapter 1- A Week Before Thanksgiving

Mom: Hi, I'm Vanessa Wilson. I have 4 kids with my ex-husband Jason we co parent together. I work for Didlake I am a supervisor. I work 8:00 to 3:00. Kendall is 11 years old. She is in the 5th...

by Vanessa Harden

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Coco

"Coco" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of love, desire, and social norms through the eyes of its protagonist, who finds herself in a complex romantic entanglemen...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Code 3117:

A story of scientific greed and regret

by Beanie writes

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Common Sense

Common Sense is a pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in 1775–1776 advocating independence from Great Britain to people in the Thirteen Colonies. Writing in clear and persuasive prose, Paine marshaled...

by Thomas Paine

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Computer Algebra Systems: A new software toolbox for Maple

The book represents a library of well–designed software, which well supplements the already available Maple software with the orientation towards the widest circle of the Maple users, greatly enhan...

by V.Z. Aladjev

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Concerning Dish-Washing

"Concerning Dish-Washing" by Charles Battell Loomis is a humorous and insightful essay that reflects on the often-overlooked task of washing dishes. Loomis uses wit and charm to explore t...

by Charles Battell Loomis

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Confessions of a Humorist

"Confessions of a Humorist" is a collection of reflective essays and stories by O. Henry, renowned for his wit, humor, and storytelling prowess. In this book, O. Henry shares personal anecdotes, ob...

by O. Henry

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Conscience in Art

"Conscience in Art" is a collection of essays by the renowned American author O. Henry, known for his witty storytelling and clever twists. In this work, he explores the ethical dimensions of artis...

by O. Henry

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Contraband of War

"Contraband of War" by W. W. Jacobs is a short story that explores themes of mischief and the consequences of deception. Set against the backdrop of military life, the narrative follows a hapless p...

by W. W. Jacobs

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Cornelia's Jewels

"Cornelia's Jewels" is a stunning short story by James Baldwin that explores themes of identity, vulnerability, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of mid-20th cen...

by James Baldwin

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COSMOLOGY, PHILOSOPHY AND PHYSICS

The essays on this book are the notes from the e – learning courses that were given by the thinker and author Alexis Karpouzos during the winter of 2014. Students studying in London, Amsterdam, Ber...

by Alexis Arpouzos

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COSMOLOGY, PHILOSOPHY AND PHYSICS - ALEXIS KARPOUZOS

If physics leads us today to a world view which is essentially holistic, it returns, in a way, to its beginning, 2,500 years ago. It is interesting to follow the evolution of Western science along ...

by Alexis karpouzos

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Counterparts

"Counterparts" is a short story from James Joyce's collection "Dubliners", rather than a standalone book. It vividly explores the life of Farrington, a legal clerk in Dublin, who struggles with alc...

by James Joyce

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Countess Satan

"Countess Satan," a novella by Guy de Maupassant, tells the haunting tale of a mysterious and alluring woman, the Countess Satan, who captivates those around her with her beauty and charm. Set agai...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Country people

by Patricia

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Cousin Teresa

"Cousin Teresa" is a short story by Hector Hugh Munro, known by his pen name Saki. The narrative centers around the character of Teresa, a vivacious and unconventional young woman who challenges so...

by Hector Hugh Munro

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Coward

"Coward" is a short story by French author Guy de Maupassant that delves into themes of bravery, fear, and human nature. The narrative centers around the internal conflict of its protagonist, who g...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Cranford

Cranford is an episodic novel by the English writer Elizabeth Gaskell. It first appeared in instalments in the magazine Household Words, then was published with minor revisions as a book with the t...

by Elizabeth Gaskell

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Crash

"Crash" is a short story by French author Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of desire, desperation, and moral decay. The narrative follows a man who becomes fixated on a beautiful woman he enc...

by Guy de Maupassant

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Created He Them

"Created He Them" is a novella by Jack London that explores themes of humanity, freedom, and the primal instincts of man and beast. Set against the backdrop of the wilderness, the story follows a g...

by Jack London

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Creativity, The Book

The Book of Creativity is a tome of wisdom, written for everyone on a creative journey. The book offers irrefutable advice to those who want to flourish creatively, setting itself apart from the re...

by Matshona Dhliwayo

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Crime and Education

"Crime and Education" is a thought-provoking essay by Charles Dickens that examines the interplay between social issues, education, and crime in Victorian England. Through his keen observations and...

by Charles Dickens

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Crime and Punishment

Crime and Punishment is a novel by the Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky. It was first published in the literary journal The Russian Messenger in twelve monthly installments during 1866. It was late...

by Fyodor Dostoevsky

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Crimson Oceans: A Fisherman’s Descent into Darkness

When the Sea Demands Tribute, Legends Come to Life.

by Khan Noman

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Crooken Sands

"Crooken Sands" is a lesser-known work by Bram Stoker, best known for his iconic novel "Dracula." The story revolves around a mysterious and supernatural element set against the backdrop of the pic...

by Bram Stoker

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Cross Currents

"Cross Currents" by Hector Hugh Munro, also known as Saki, is a collection of short stories that showcases the author's trademark wit and keen observations of Edwardian society. The tales explore t...

by Hector Hugh Munro

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Crystals

"Crystals" by Leo Tolstoy is a lesser-known collection of his thoughts and reflections, drawing on themes of morality, spirituality, and the human condition. The book presents Tolstoy's insights in...

by Leo Tolstoy

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Cupid on Runners

"Cupid on Runners" by Charles Battell Loomis is a whimsical and lighthearted novel that blends romance and humor. Set against the backdrop of a lively community, the story follows the amu...

by Charles Battell Loomis

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Cutting Truths

Has anyone taken you for a ride and lost you money? Has anyone given you stress and made you sick? If you could buy eye glasses that would let you cut through peoples talk so that you could see if ...

by Michael Levy

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Cyrilla's Inspiration

"Cyrilla's Inspiration" is a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery that centers around Cyrilla, a young woman with dreams of becoming an artist. Set against the backdrop of rural Canada, the narrativ...

by Lucy Maud Montgomery

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