"Shock Tactics" by Hector Hugh Munro, also known by his pen name Saki, is a collection of intricate short stories that explore dark humor and the absurdities of Edwardian society. Munro's sharp wit... | Rate it: | |
"Shooting an Elephant" is an essay by George Orwell, first published in the literary magazine New Writing in late 1936 and broadcast by the BBC Home Service on 12 October 1948. | Rate it: | |
"Shrove Tuesday" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that delves into the lives of its characters during the celebratory season leading up to Lent. The narrative centers around a group of f... | Rate it: | |
Siddhartha is a novel by Hermann Hesse that deals with the spiritual journey of self-discovery of a man named Siddhartha during the time of the Gautama Buddha. The book, Hesse's ninth novel, was wr... | Rate it: | |
"Sidewalkings" is a collection of stories by Bret Harte that explores the diverse lives and vibrant characters of the American West during the 19th century. Known for his keen observation and rich ... | Rate it: | |
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"Simon's Papa" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of parental love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. It narrates the story of Simon, a young boy w... | Rate it: | |
In Simonides Rescued by the Gods, Jean de La Fontaine presents an intriguing narrative about Simonides, a renowned poet from ancient Greece. The story revolves around a miraculous incident where Si... | Rate it: | |
"Sir Humphrey Gilbert" by James Baldwin is a historical biography that explores the life and accomplishments of the English explorer and colonizer, Sir Humphrey Gilbert. Serving in the late 16th ce... | Rate it: | |
"Sir Philip Sidney" by James Baldwin is a biographical sketch that explores the life and literary contributions of the English poet and courtier Philip Sidney, a prominent figure of the Elizabethan... | Rate it: | |
"Sir Walter Raleigh" by James Baldwin is a biographical account that explores the life and achievements of the English explorer, soldier, and writer Sir Walter Raleigh. The book delves into Raleigh... | Rate it: | |
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"Skilled Assistance" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story that explores the theme of miscommunication and unexpected consequences. Centered around the antics of a group of characters... | Rate it: | |
"Sleepy" is a poignant short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of isolation, fatigue, and the burden of mundane existence. Set in a rural setting, the narrative follows the expe... | Rate it: | |
"Small Fry" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the nuances of childhood. The narrative follows a young boy who reflects on his ... | Rate it: | |
"Smoked Skipper" is a humorous short story by W. W. Jacobs that captures the essence of British humor and wit. It revolves around the entertaining misadventures of a group of fishing enthusiasts wh... | Rate it: | |
Do Not Dilly-Dally | Rate it: | |
"Snow-White and Rose-Red" is a German fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm that tells the story of two little girls living with their mother, a poor widow who had a little cottage full of love. One d... | Rate it: | |
Snowdrop is a classic fairytale, known to many as Snow White, by The Brothers Grimm that tells the story of a beautiful young princess named Snowdrop. After her vain and wicked stepmother, the Quee... | Rate it: | |
"Socrates and His House" is a thought-provoking short story by James Baldwin that explores themes of identity, race, and the search for truth through the lens of a dialogue between characters refle... | Rate it: | |
Software Etudes in the Mathematica Systems of computer mathematics find more and more broad use in a number of natural, economical and social fields. One of leaders among means of this class undoubtedly is the Mathematica system. Th... | Rate it: | |
IT IS COLLECTION OF ABOUT 200 POEMS | Rate it: | |
This is a compilation of poems written during my high school course until today, in the deposit my wounds and demons leaving my deepest feelings or a madness alien to reality in the open air. These... | Rate it: | |
Some Particulars Concerning a Lion "Some Particulars Concerning a Lion" is a short story by Charles Dickens that presents a whimsical and humorous narrative centered around a lion who escapes from captivity and roams through the str... | Rate it: | |
As a prolific writer of plays, travelogues, novels, and poems, Hans Christian Andersen is most renowned for his fairy tales. These include classics such as "The Little Mermaid," "The Ugly Duckling,... | Rate it: | |
"Sorrow" is a poignant short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores the themes of grief, isolation, and the human condition. The narrative follows a cart driver named Ivan, who is haunted b... | Rate it: | |
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"Soup From a Sausage Skewer" by Hans Christian Andersen is a charming tale that showcases the author's talent for transforming ordinary items into magical objects. The book follows the adventures o... | Rate it: | |
"Speaking a Piece" is a compelling collection of essays and lectures by James Baldwin that explores the complexities of race, identity, and the human experience. Through his eloquent and powerful p... | Rate it: |

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»Which novel is set on a remote island after a plane crash?
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Treasure Island
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Lord of the Flies
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Robinson Crusoe
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Gulliver's Travels