"Our Aunt" is a short story by Hans Christian Andersen that explores the mysterious identity of a friendly woman, known as the Aunt. Filled with elements of kindness, Andersen's tale revolves aroun... | Rate it: | |
"Our Bore" by Charles Dickens is a short story that explores the themes of social commentary and human behavior through the lens of satire. The narrative centers around a character who embodies the... | Rate it: | |
"Our English Watering-Place" is a travelogue by Charles Dickens that paints a vivid picture of the seaside town of Brighton in the mid-19th century. Through a blend of personal observation, humor, ... | Rate it: | |
"Our First Great Painter" by James Baldwin is a tribute to the influential artist Henry O. Tanner, who broke barriers in the art world as an African American painter during the late 19th and early ... | Rate it: | |
"Our French Watering-Place" is a travelogue by Charles Dickens, published in 1851. The work captures Dickens’ observations and experiences during his visit to the French seaside town of Boulogne-su... | Rate it: | |
"Our Honourable Friend" is a short story by Charles Dickens that explores themes of friendship, integrity, and moral dilemmas. The narrative focuses on interpersonal relationships, particularly bet... | Rate it: | |
"Our Letters" is a collection of correspondence by the renowned French author Guy de Maupassant. Through these letters, readers gain insight into Maupassant's personal life, thoughts, and creative ... | Rate it: | |
"Our Runaway Kite" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a charming children's story that captures the joy and innocence of childhood. It follows the adventures of a young boy and his friends as they fly a vi... | Rate it: | |
"Our School" is a short, semi-autobiographical piece by Charles Dickens that reflects on his own experiences as a young boy at a boarding school. Through a blend of humor and critique, Dickens expl... | Rate it: | |
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"Our Vestry" is a lesser-known work by Charles Dickens, presenting a satirical exploration of the lives of a church vestry committee in a small English parish. Through a series of humorous and poig... | Rate it: | |
"Out of Nazareth" is a short story by O. Henry that explores themes of redemption and the transformative power of love. The narrative follows a young woman named Mary, who is the daughter of a trou... | Rate it: | |
"Out of the Night" by Rex Ellingwood Beach is a gripping adventure novel that explores themes of survival, resilience, and the human spirit in the face of adversity. Set against a backdrop of stark... | Rate it: | |
"Out of the Season" is a lesser-known work by Charles Dickens, encapsulating his keen observations on social issues and human behavior. The story revolves around themes of class disparity, personal... | Rate it: | |
"Out of Town" is a lesser-known work by Charles Dickens, written in 1851. It is a travel narrative that depicts a journey through the English countryside, capturing the sights, sounds, and experien... | Rate it: | |
A short story I intend to build into something bigger. It details my experiences, as well as the experiences of others I served with, during our tours in Iraq. | Rate it: | |
"Outsailed" by W. W. Jacobs is a captivating nautical adventure that intertwines humor and suspense in a tale of seafaring mischief. The story follows a group of sailors who, amidst their maritime ... | Rate it: |

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Are you a literary expert?
»Who is the author of "The Great Gatsby"?
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William Faulkner
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John Steinbeck
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F. Scott Fitzgerald
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Ernest Hemingway