Classic Books that Everyone Should Read

Classic Books that Everyone Should Read

There are many classic books that everyone should read, or reread, at least once in their lifetime. Classic books are those that have stood the test of time and have influenced the culture, language, and thought of generations of readers. They also offer insights into the human condition, the history of the world, and the beauty of literature.


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Some of the classic books that everyone should read are:

NOTE: Everything written here, including the Book titles, are personal opinion, therefore this might not reflect your view. Conduct your own Research.

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? Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. This is a witty and romantic novel about the relationship between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, two characters who must overcome their pride and prejudice to find love. It is one of the most popular and beloved novels in English literature.

? To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. This is a powerful and moving novel about racial injustice, childhood innocence, and moral courage in the American South during the 1930s. It follows the story of Scout Finch, a young girl who witnesses her father, Atticus Finch, defend a black man accused of a crime he did not commit.

? The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. This is a dazzling and tragic novel about the American dream, the Jazz Age, and the corruption of wealth and power. It centers on Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire who throws lavish parties in his Long Island mansion, and his obsession with Daisy Buchanan, a married woman from his past.

? One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez. This is a magical and epic novel that chronicles the rise and fall of the Buendía family and their mythical town of Macondo in Colombia. It blends realism and fantasy, history and myth, comedy and tragedy, to create a masterpiece of world literature.

? Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. This is a groundbreaking and influential novel that explores the themes of creation, responsibility, and horror. It tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a living creature from dead body parts, and the consequences of his reckless experiment.

In Conclusion,

These are some of the classic books that everyone should read. Of course, there are many more to choose from, depending on your personal taste and interest.


You can use your favourite search engine e.g Google to search for more classic books that suit your preferences.

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??Happy reading!??

Dominic Otieno

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1 年

That's commendable Melandra Smith The Animal Farm is also a great one??

Melandra Smith

Freelance British English localisation specialist. Copywriter. Content writer. Views all my own.

1 年

I have read all these except for To Kill a Mockingbird. My father had an extensive library - probably still does! I would like to add George Orwell's works to this list, Animal Farm and 1984, which is wonderfully pertinent in today's surveillance society.

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