The Rock of the Measuring Worm "The Rock of the Measuring Worm" by Julia Darrow Cowles is a charming children's story that explores themes of curiosity and adventure through the eyes of young protagonists. Set aga... | Rate it: | |
The Roly-Poly Pudding, also known as The Tale of Samuel Whiskers, is a charming children's book by Beatrix Potter. The narrative revolves around the misadventures of a carefree kitten named To... | Rate it: | |
"The Romance of Aunt Beatrice" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a charming novella that follows the life of Beatrice, an unconventional and spirited aunt who navigates the complexities of love and family... | Rate it: | |
"The Romance of Jedediah" is a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, known for her vivid storytelling and character development. The narrative centers around Jedediah, a modest and introspective you... | Rate it: | |
"The Romance of Madrono Hollow" is a charming short story by Bret Harte that captures the essence of a picturesque Californian setting. The narrative revolves around themes of love, nostalgia, and ... | Rate it: | |
"The Romancers" by Hector Hugh Munro, also known by his pen name Saki, is a witty and satirical short story that explores themes of romance and social conventions. The narrative follows the amusing... | Rate it: | |
"The Rondoli Sisters" is a captivating short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of beauty, desire, and the complexities of social interactions. The narrative revolves around two enchan... | Rate it: | |
The Rose and the Butterfly is a parable by Aesop about a butterfly falling in love with a beautiful rose. However, when the rose warns the butterfly of its thorns, the butterfly refuses to believe,... | Rate it: | |
"The Rough Words Society" by Charles Battell Loomis is a whimsical and satirical exploration of language and its quirks. Through a playful narrative, Loomis delves into the complexities o... | Rate it: | |
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"The Rubber Plant’s Story" by O. Henry is a charming and witty short story that captures the essence of human relationships and the unexpected twists of fate. Set against the backdrop of a seemingl... | Rate it: | |
"The Runaway" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of escape, personal freedom, and the complexities of human emotions. The narrative follows a young man, who, desiring ... | Rate it: | |
"The Runaway Couple" is a story by Charles Dickens that explores themes of love, societal expectations, and the quest for freedom. The narrative follows a young couple who, frustrated by ... | Rate it: | |
"The Running Away of Chester" is a charming short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery that follows the adventures of a young boy named Chester who feels misunderstood and trapped in his mundane life. In ... | Rate it: | |
The Sad Case of Deacon Perkins "The Sad Case of Deacon Perkins" by Charles Battell Loomis is a humorous novel that revolves around the misadventures of Deacon Perkins, a well-meaning but hapless church deacon in a smal... | Rate it: | |
"The Saint and the Goblin," written by Hector Hugh Munro, also known as Saki, is a whimsical children's fantasy novel that follows the adventures of a young girl named Clara and her encounters with... | Rate it: | |
"The Salad" is a collection of tales by The Brothers Grimm that reveal moral lessons for young readers. The stories, filled with imaginative elements and magical scenes, contrast the valu... | Rate it: | |
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"The Satyr and the Passer-by" is a collection of fables, allegories, and tales by Jean de La Fontaine. In this work, La Fontaine explores the complex nature of human beings as he weaves narratives ... | Rate it: | |
"The Saucy Boy" is a short children's story by Hans Christian Andersen. The story centers on a troublesome, disrespectful boy who constantly disobeys his parents and shows zero respect to others. H... | Rate it: | |
The Saying of Socrates is a thoughtful compilation of the renowned philosopher's teachings, philosophies, and dialogues. French writer Jean de La Fontaine explores the profound ideology of Socrates... | Rate it: | |
First published in 1850, The Scarlet Letter is Nathaniel Hawthorne's masterpiece and one of the greatest American novels. Its themes of sin, guilt, and redemption, woven through a story of adultery... | Rate it: | |
"The Scarlet Plague" by Jack London, published in 1912, is a post-apocalyptic novel set in the year 2073, sixty years after a deadly pandemic—called the Scarlet Plague—wiped out most of h... | Rate it: | |
"The Scent" is a short story by Leo Tolstoy that explores themes of desire, love, and the complexity of human relationships. The narrative revolves around a character who becomes enamored with the ... | Rate it: | |
The Schartz-Metterklume Method "The Schartz-Metterklume Method" is a satirical novella by Hector Hugh Munro, better known by his pen name Saki. The story revolves around the unconventional approach of a fictional character, Miss... | Rate it: | |
The School-Boy, the Pedant, and the Nursery Gardener The School-Boy, the Pedant, and the Nursery Gardener is a children's book by Jean de La Fontaine that includes three tales. The school boy's story covers themes of education and learning, allowing ... | Rate it: | |
"The Schoolboy’s Story" is a poignant short story by Charles Dickens that reflects on the experiences of a young schoolboy. Set in a grim educational environment, the narrative captures t... | Rate it: | |
"The Schoolhouse" by Sarah Orne Jewett is a short story that explores themes of education, community, and the relationships between teachers and students in a rural setting. Set in the late 19th ce... | Rate it: | |
"The Schoolmaster," a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov, explores the life of a village schoolteacher who grapples with his unfulfilled dreams and the challenges of his profession. The narrati... | Rate it: | |
"The Schoolmaster's Letters" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a charming collection of correspondence written by a schoolmaster in a small community. Through his letters, the schoolmaster shares his obse... | Rate it: | |
"The Schoolmistress" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that delves into the life of a dedicated yet unfulfilled schoolteacher in a remote village. The narrative explores her emotional str... | Rate it: | |
The Sculptor and the Statue of Jupiter The Sculptor and the Statue of Jupiter is a fable by Jean de La Fontaine that teaches moral lessons through an allegorical story. In this tale, a sculptor creates a magnificent statue of Jupiter, o... | Rate it: |

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»Which novel features the character Captain Ahab?
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Treasure Island
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Moby Dick
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Robinson Crusoe
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The Old Man and the Sea