"The Daisy" by Hans Christian Andersen is a charming children's story detailing the life of a single, humble daisy situated among grander flora. The daisy, despite its small stature, bears witness ... | Rate it: | |
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"The Dark Day" by James Baldwin is a poignant exploration of themes such as identity, race, and the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of the mid-20th century, the narrat... | Rate it: | |
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"The Darling" is a poignant short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of identity, dependence, and the nature of love. The narrative follows the life of Olga Semyonovna, a woman w... | Rate it: | |
"The Darning-Needle" is a short children's story by Hans Christian Andersen. The story follows the journey of an everyday darning-needle who believes that it is more refined than it actually is. De... | Rate it: | |
"The Day Resurgent" is a short story by O. Henry that explores themes of hope, redemption, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows a chance encounter between two characte... | Rate it: | |
"The Day We Celebrate" is a charming short story by O. Henry that delves into themes of love, surprise, and the joy of human connection. Set against the backdrop of a seemingly ordinary day, the na... | Rate it: | |
The Day We Met (One True Love Series Book 1) 19 year old Madison Hill was a smart girl and put all her focus on her schoolwork so she can graduate & live a wonderful life. 20 year old Nicholas grey, football player & party boy. He was nice a... | Rate it: | |
"The Dead" is not a standalone book but is the final short story in James Joyce's collection, "Dubliners". This story follows the protagonist Gabriel Conroy through a Chris... | Rate it: | |
The Death of a Government Clerk "The Death of a Government Clerk" is a short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of bureaucracy and human insignificance. It tells the tale of Ivan Dmitrievich Cherviakov, a low-l... | Rate it: | |
"The Decembrists" is a historical novella by Leo Tolstoy that delves into the events surrounding the Decembrist Revolt of 1825 in Russia. The story focuses on the lives and struggles of a group of ... | Rate it: | |
"The Dependents" is a poignant short story by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov that explores themes of human emotion, dependency, and the complexity of relationships. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-c... | Rate it: | |
"The Desborough Connections" by Bret Harte is a captivating short story that explores themes of social class, morality, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in the American We... | Rate it: | |
"The Detective Detector" by O. Henry is a short story that blends humor and mystery, showcasing the author’s signature wit and clever storytelling. The narrative revolves around a hapless detective... | Rate it: | |
"The Detective Police" is not a book by Charles Dickens, but rather a reference to elements of his work that feature detective characters and crime-solving themes. Dickens often explored social iss... | Rate it: | |
"The Devil," a novella by Guy de Maupassant, delves into themes of temptation and the duality of human nature. The story follows a man who encounters a mysterious, alluring figure that embodies tem... | Rate it: | |
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"The Devoted Friend" is a short story by Oscar Wilde that explores themes of friendship, selflessness, and exploitation. The narrative is framed as a conversation between a water rat and ... | Rate it: | |
"The Devotee" is a poignant story by Rabindranath Tagore that explores deep themes of love, spirituality, and devotion. The narrative follows the inner journey of a character who grapples with the ... | Rate it: | |
"The Devotion of Enriquez" is a short story by Bret Harte, set in the rugged landscapes of California's Gold Rush era. The narrative centers on the character Enriquez, a loyal and devoted Mexican s... | Rate it: | |
"The Dialect Store" by Charles Battell Loomis is a lighthearted work that captures the charm and quirks of various American dialects through a series of humorous sketches and anecdotes. S... | Rate it: | |
"The Diamond Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant is a poignant short story that explores themes of vanity, pride, and the pursuit of wealth. It follows Mathilde Loisel, a beautiful but discontented woma... | Rate it: | |
"The Diamond of Kali" by O. Henry is a short story that weaves a tale of adventure and intrigue, showcasing the author's signature wit and twist endings. Set against the vibrant backdrop of India, ... | Rate it: | |
"The Diary of a Madman" by Guy de Maupassant is a darkly humorous and poignant exploration of madness and societal norms. Presented as a series of journal entries, the story follows the descent of ... | Rate it: | |
The Diary of a Superfluous Man "The Diary of a Superfluous Man" is a novella by Ivan Turgenev, originally published in 1859. The story is presented as the diary of the protagonist, a disenchanted and introspective young man name... | Rate it: | |
The Different Connection of Particles It seems there might be a misunderstanding, as "The Different Connection of Particles" is not a recognized work by Leo Tolstoy. Tolstoy, a renowned Russian author, is best known for his novels "War... | Rate it: | |
The Disappearance of Crispina Umberleigh "The Disappearance of Crispina Umberleigh" is a short story by Hector Hugh Munro, also known by his pen name Saki. Set in early 20th century England, the narrative revolves around the mysterious an... | Rate it: | |
"The Disbursement Sheet" by W. W. Jacobs is a comedic short story that revolves around the humorous misadventures of its characters, particularly focusing on the mishandling of financial matters. J... | Rate it: | |
"The Dispenser of Holy Water" is a short story by Guy de Maupassant that explores themes of faith, superstition, and human behavior through the lens of a small village's interactions with its holy ... | Rate it: | |
The Dissipation of Miss Ponsonby "The Dissipation of Miss Ponsonby" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a charming short story that explores themes of societal expectations, personal growth, and the pursuit of happiness. The narrative cent... | Rate it: |

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