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Which poet, a precursor to symbolism, is known for his collection “Poems Under Saturn”?See the answer
Which French poetess, a major figure of Romanticism, is famous for her passionate and melancholic love poems?See the answer
In which work does René Char blend his experiences from the French Resistance with lyrical and enigmatic poetry?See the answer
Which poet is known for his “The Songs of Maldoror” a dark and revolutionary work that influenced the Surrealist movement?See the answer
Who is the author of “Alcohols,” a poetry collection?See the answer
In which poem does Stéphane Mallarmé explore themes of absence, silence, and nothingness, often considered one of his most hermetic works?See the answer
Which poem by Victor Hugo, from the collection “The Contemplations” is a poignant tribute to his deceased daughter, Léopoldine?See the answer
Which collection of poems by Arthur Rimbaud is famous for its bold exploration of freedom and rebellion through colorful visions and innovative language?See the answer
Which poetic work by Paul Verlaine emotionally evokes inner pain from its very first line?See the answer
Who is the author of “Les Fleurs du mal,” a collection of poems that revolutionized French poetry with its dark beauty and melancholy?See the answer
Which book by Mitch Albom explores the relationship between a former student and his professor who has a terminal illness, through weekly visits?See the answer
Which epic novel by George R.R. Martin is the first in the “A Song of Ice and Fire” series, which was adapted into a successful TV series?See the answer
Which novel by E.L. James started as a fanfiction before becoming a global publishing phenomenon, exploring a complex and erotic relationship?See the answer
In which novel by Khaled Hosseini do we explore the moving relationship between two boys whose friendship is tested by events that upheave their world?See the answer
Which historical novel by Ken Follett starts the Century Trilogy, an epic spanning the major events of the 20th century?See the answer
Who is the author of “Gone Girl”, a psychological thriller that explores the dark corners of marriage and media sensationalism?See the answer
Which novel by Kazuo Ishiguro, Nobel Prize in Literature laureate, explores memory and regret through the eyes of an English butler after World War II?See the answer
Which bestseller by Paulo Coelho tells the story of an Andalusian shepherd on a quest for his personal treasure?See the answer
Which book by J.K. Rowling, initially published under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith, marks the beginning of a series of detective novels?See the answer
Which novel by Dan Brown features Robert Langdon in an adventure intertwining religious symbols and conspiracies?See the answer
Which science fiction novel, written by Neal Stephenson, is famous for popularizing the term “metaverse”?See the answer
Which book by Ursula K. Le Guin features a society where individuals do not have a fixed gender, challenging gender and sexuality norms?See the answer
Which work of science fiction explores the concept of the multiverse through the story of an agent navigating between different realities?See the answer
Who is the author of “Ender’s Game”, a novel that explores themes of war and strategy through the eyes of a child prodigy?See the answer
In which book by Ray Bradbury are censorship and the destruction of books at the heart of the story?See the answer
Which novel by Philip K. Dick questions what makes us human through the story of robots?See the answer
Who wrote “Brave New World”, a dystopia about a technocratically advanced but morally decadent society?See the answer
Which writer created the universe of Foundation, anticipating the use of psychohistory to predict the future?See the answer
In which work do we find the planet Arrakis?See the answer
Who is considered the father of modern science fiction?See the answer
Which poignant work, written by a young girl during World War II, has become a universal emblem of resilience in the face of Nazi oppression?See the answer
Which novel by George Orwell exposes the terrifying consequences of war and political propaganda on society and the individual?See the answer
Which dystopian novel by Ray Bradbury warns against the dangers of censorship and the loss of interest in reading?See the answer
Which book by Harper Lee explores themes of racism and injustice in the southern United States through the eyes of a child?See the answer
Which novel by Alexandre Dumas tells the story of a man unjustly imprisoned who seeks revenge?See the answer
Which novel by Gabriel García Márquez, representing a masterpiece of magical realism, tells the story of a family over several generations in the fictional town of Macondo?See the answer
Which book by Aldous Huxley presents a futuristic vision of a society where happiness is synthetically produced, suppressing individuality?See the answer
Which novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky explores themes of morality, free will, and redemption through the story of a murder?See the answer
Which novel by Louisa May Alcott narrates the growth and romantic adventures of young women during the time of the American Civil War?See the answer
Which book by Harriet Beecher Stowe is considered to have played a crucial role in the fight against slavery in the United States?See the answer
In which book does a mischievous cat turn a rainy day into an unforgettable adventure for two children, all while wearing a distinctive top hat?See the answer
In which fantasy book does a young girl participate in an “unbirthday tea party” with the Mad Hatter and the March Hare?See the answer
Who is the author of “The Little Prince”, a philosophical and poetic tale about a stranded aviator in the desert who meets a young prince from another planet?See the answer
In which children’s book does a group of animals build a society in a forest, led by a great stag?See the answer
Who wrote “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” a fantastical tale about a boy who visits a magical chocolate factory?See the answer
Who created “Winnie the Pooh”?See the answer
What is the title of the first book in the “His Dark Materials” trilogy, which introduces readers to the parallel world of Lyra Belacqua?See the answer
Who is the author of the “Harry Potter” series, a saga that has captivated readers of all ages around the world?See the answer
Who is the author of the famous children’s tales featuring a clumsy duck named Donald and his three nephews?See the answer
In which fantasy world do the Pevensie children discover magical creatures and a talking lion named Aslan?See the answer
Which French writer and activist authored the “Declaration of the Rights of Woman and of the Female Citizen”?See the answer
Which 19th-century French author, famous for her social critiques and rural novels, wrote under a male pseudonym?See the answer
Which Uruguayan poetess, a central figure of the Generation of 45, is recognized for her works exploring themes of love, death, and feminine identity?See the answer
Which Australian writer, a Nobel Prize laureate, wrote “The Saga of the Lost Children’s Time”?See the answer
Which Nigerian author, famous for her TED Talk “We Should All Be Feminists,” wrote “Purple Hibiscus” and “Americanah”?See the answer
Who is the author of the novel “The Second Sex,” a fundamental work of feminism?See the answer
Which contemporary British playwright, known for her plays featuring complex female characters, wrote “Top Girls”?See the answer
Who is the author of “Beloved,” a novel that examines the aftermath of slavery in the United States through the eyes of an African American woman?See the answer
Which 20th-century American poetess, known for her introspective poems and confessional style, wrote “Ariel”?See the answer
Who is the author of “Pride and Prejudice,” a novel that explores the manners and social constraints of early 19th-century England through the perspective of a woman?See the answer
Which English Romantic poetess, author of the “Portuguese Sonnets,” explored love and loss with remarkable lyrical intensity?See the answer
Who is the French Romantic author of “Les Orientales” and “Les Misérables,” known for his advocacy for social justice and human rights?See the answer
Which German dramatist and poet, associated with Romanticism, is best known for “The Prince of Homburg” and his deep explorations of the individual against the forces of society?See the answer
Which Italian Romantic author, known for his lyrical poems and political commitment, played a key role in the Risorgimento movement?See the answer
Among these Romantic authors, who is famous for “Frankenstein,” a novel that explores themes of creation and isolation?See the answer
Which Russian Romantic poet, author of “Eugene Onegin,” incorporated elements of social satire and melancholy into his works?See the answer
Which American Romantic poetess is known for her passionate and personal poems, exploring themes of nature, love, and death?See the answer
Which among these German Romantic poets is the author of “The Sorrows of Young Werther,” a novel that had a profound impact on European Romanticism?See the answer
Which English Romantic writer, author of “Don Juan,” is famous for his adventurous life and rebellious spirit?See the answer
Who is considered one of the precursors of French Romanticism, author of “Meditations Poetiques”?See the answer
Which 20th-century literary movement is characterized by its exploration of themes of alienation, the absurd, and individual freedom?See the answer
Which literary movement focuses on identity and experience, challenging gender norms and patriarchal structures?See the answer
Which movement, embodied by authors like Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg, advocates for freedom of expression, spiritual exploration, and the rejection of social conventions?See the answer
Which movement is associated with streamlined writing, emphasizing precision and clarity in narration?See the answer
Which movement highlights the voice of colonized cultures and peoples, criticizing the impacts of colonialism and exploring postcolonial identities?See the answer
Which 20th-century literary movement focuses on alienation, the meaninglessness of existence, and freedom through an existentialist perspective?See the answer
Which movement, popularized by Gabriel García Márquez, blends reality and fantastical elements to explore the complexity of the human condition?See the answer
Which movement, associated with Albert Camus and Jean-Paul Sartre, focuses on the absurdity of existence?See the answer
Which movement, embracing the irrational and dreams, emerged in the 1920s and 1930s?See the answer
Who are the major figures of literary Modernism, known for stream of consciousness and narrative fragmentation?See the answer
Who, the author of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2023 for her exploration of power and female resistance?See the answer
Which of these authors, known for “My Name is Red,” won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2006?See the answer
Which writer, author of “Disgrace,” was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2003?See the answer
Who, author of “A Personal Matter,” received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1994 for the poetic force that brings to life the spiritual essence of Japan?See the answer
Who received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2016 for having created new poetic expressions within the great tradition of American song, with songs like “Blowin’ in the Wind”?See the answer
Which author, famous for stories like “Dora Bruder,” received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2014?See the answer
Who, the author of “Beloved,” was honored with the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1993 for her novelistic work, which, with the force of the epic poem, brings to life an essential aspect of American history?See the answer
Which of these authors, known for “One Hundred Years of Solitude,” won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1982?See the answer
Which writer, author of “The Golden Notebook,” received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2007 for her work that with its poetic power has sketched the landscape of the forsaken?See the answer
Who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1954 for his influence on the modern style of narration, notably with works like “The Old Man and the Sea”?See the answer
Who is the author of “Moby Dick,” the tale of an obsessive hunt for a white whale?See the answer
Which book by F. Scott Fitzgerald is considered his masterpiece and a critique of the American Dream?See the answer
Which novel by Victor Hugo is set during the French Revolution?See the answer
Who is the famous detective in Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s novels?See the answer
Who wrote “Pride and Prejudice”?See the answer
Which novel by Albert Camus addresses the absurdity of life through its main character, Meursault?See the answer
Who is the author of “Treasure Island”?See the answer
Which novel by George Orwell describes a dystopia under constant surveillance?See the answer
In “Les Misérables,” who is the main antagonist pursuing Jean Valjean?See the answer
Who is the author of “War and Peace”?See the answer