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Who is the author of 'Little Women'?
Who is the author of 'Little Women'?
Who wrote 'Emma'?
Who wrote 'Emma'?
Which author is known for 'Pride and Prejudice'?
Which author is known for 'Pride and Prejudice'?
Who wrote 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'?
Who wrote 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'?
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Who is the author of 'Jane Eyre'?
Who is the author of 'Jane Eyre'?
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Who wrote 'Wuthering Heights'?
Who wrote 'Wuthering Heights'?
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Which author is known for 'The Secret Garden'?
Which author is known for 'The Secret Garden'?
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Who authored 'Crime and Punishment'?
Who authored 'Crime and Punishment'?
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Who wrote the classic novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo'?
Who wrote the classic novel 'The Count of Monte Cristo'?
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Who is the author of 'A Christmas Carol'?
Who is the author of 'A Christmas Carol'?
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Who wrote 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes'?
Who wrote 'The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes'?
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Who is the author of 'The Hunchback of Notre-Dame'?
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Who wrote 'The Jungle Book'?
Who wrote 'The Jungle Book'?
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What is the author of 'The Odyssey'?
What is the author of 'The Odyssey'?
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Who is the author of 'Tess of the D'Ubervilles'?
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Study Notes
Classic Books and Authors
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Little Women by Louisa May Alcott: A coming-of-age novel that explores the lives of the four March sisters.
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Emma, Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen: Notable for their clever social commentary and strong female protagonists; "Emma" focuses on matchmaking, while "Pride and Prejudice" addresses themes of love and social standing.
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum: A fantasy novel about Dorothy's journey through the magical land of Oz to find her way home.
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Lorna Doone by R.D. Blackmore: A historical romance set in 17th century England, featuring themes of love and adventure.
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Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë: A novel that follows the life of an orphaned girl who faces oppression and seeks love and independence.
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Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë: A gothic romance centered on the tumultuous relationship between Heathcliff and Catherine Earnshaw.
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Little Lord Fauntleroy, The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett: "Little Lord Fauntleroy" introduces a young boy discovering his noble heritage, while "The Secret Garden" revolves around healing and friendship through nature.
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Tales from the Arabian Nights translated by Richard Francis Burton: A collection of Middle Eastern folk tales, renowned for its rich storytelling and cultural insights.
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Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll: Both classic children's books known for their imaginative narrative and whimsical characters.
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Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra: A landmark novel in Western literature that satirizes chivalric romances through the adventures of a self-declared knight.
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The Man Who Was Thursday, The Napoleon of Notting Hill by G.K. Chesterton: Known for their philosophical themes and critiques of society intertwined with adventure.
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The Awakening by Kate Chopin: A key work in feminist literature that examines a woman's struggle for independence in a repressive society.
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The Moonstone, The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins: Often credited as the first modern detective novels, known for their intricate plots and strong female characters.
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Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad: A novella exploring colonialism and the darkness within humanity through a journey into the African Congo.
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The Deerslayer by James Fenimore Cooper: A historical novel focusing on themes of honor and the clash of cultures during early American frontier life.
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The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane: A psychological exploration of fear and bravery in the context of the American Civil War.
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The Fortunes and Misfortunes of the Famous Moll Flanders, Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe: "Moll Flanders" follows a woman's life of crime and redemption, while "Robinson Crusoe" explores survival and isolation.
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Bleak House, A Christmas Carol, David Copperfield, Great Expectations, Oliver Twist, A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens: Dickens’ novels often tackle social issues and depict vivid characters, with "A Christmas Carol" focusing on redemption and "A Tale of Two Cities" on sacrifice during the French Revolution.
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The Brothers Karamazov, Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky: Deeply philosophical novels engaging with morality, free will, and the human condition.
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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle: Iconic detective stories featuring the brilliant sleuth Sherlock Holmes.
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The Count of Monte Cristo, The Man in the Iron Mask by Alexandre Dumas: Tales of revenge and intrigue, exploring themes of justice and identity.
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Middlemarch, Silas Marner by George Eliot: "Middlemarch" analyzes social and political issues, while "Silas Marner" conveys themes of redemption and community.
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The Diary of a Nobody by George Grossmith and Weedon Grossmith: A humorous novel that illustrates the mundane life of a lower-middle-class clerk.
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Allan Quatermain, King Solomon's Mines by Henry Rider Haggard: Adventure novels that explore themes of exploration and treasure hunting in Africa.
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Far from the Madding Crowd, Tess of the D'Ubervilles by Thomas Hardy: Novels reflecting on rural life and the struggles of women in Victorian society.
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The Scarlet Letter, A Wonder-Book for Girls and Boys, Tanglewood Tales for Girls and Boys by Nathaniel Hawthorne: "The Scarlet Letter" critiques Puritan society, while his other works are collections of children's stories infused with moral lessons.
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The Four Million by O. Henry: A collection of short stories known for their twist endings and portrayals of urban life.
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The Odyssey by Homer: An epic poem detailing the adventures of Odysseus as he seeks to return home from the Trojan War.
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The Prisoner of Zenda by Anthony Hope: A romantic adventure involving a doppelgänger and political intrigue in a fictional European country.
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The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, Les Miserables by Victor Hugo: "The Hunchback" addresses themes of love and social injustice, while "Les Miserables" explores redemption through social critiques.
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The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon by Washington Irving: A collection of essays and stories that blend humor, history, and travel.
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The Aspern Papers, The Turn of the Screw by Henry James: Notable for their psychological depth and exploration of perspective and perception.
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The Jungle Book, Kim, The Man Who Would Be King by Rudyard Kipling: Celebrated works that reflect British colonial themes and adventure narratives.
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The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux: A gothic novel set in the Paris Opera House featuring themes of love and obsession.
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The Call of the Wild, White Fang by Jack London: Novels centered around the natural world, exploring themes of survival and the instincts of animals.
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The Princess and Curdie, The Princess and the Goblin by George MacDonald: Fantasy stories that convey moral lessons through imaginative plots.
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