The Greatest Book Ever Written?
Explore a curated list of 12 novels that have been hailed as some of the greatest literary works of all time. From timeless classics to modern masterpieces, discover the stories that have shaped literature and culture.
Anna Karenina
A famous legend surrounding the creation of "Anna Karenina" tells us that Tolstoy began writing a cautionary tale about adultery and ended up falling in love with his magnificent heroine. It is rare … more ...
To Kill a Mockingbird
___________________________________ 'Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit 'em, but remember it's a sin to kill a mockingbird.' A lawyer's advice to his children as he defends the real mock… more ...
The Great Gatsby
One Hundred Years of Solitude
The rise and fall, birth and death, of the mythical town of Macondo through the history of the Buendia family. more ...
A Passage to India
The setting of A Passage to India is the British Raj, at a time of racial tension heightened by the burgeoning Indian independence movement. Adela Quested, a young British subject, is visiting India … more ...
Invisible Man
A Black man's search for success and the American dream leads him out of college to Harlem and a growing sense of personal rejection and social invisibility more ...
Don Quixote
Don Quixote has become so entranced reading tales of chivalry that he decides to turn knight errant himself. In the company of his faithful squire, Sancho Panza, these exploits blossom in all sorts o… more ...
Beloved
ONE OF FIVE NEW VINTAGE FUTURE CLASSICS READING GUIDE EDITIONS more ...
Mrs. Dalloway
Clarissa Dalloway, elegant and vivacious, is preparing for party and remembering those she once loved. In another part of London, Septimus Warren Smith is shell-shocked and on the brink of madness. S… more ...
Things Fall Apart
- Presents the most important 20th-century criticism on major works from "The Odyssey through modern literature- The critical essays reflect a variety of schools of criticism- Contains critical biogr… more ...
Jane Eyre
Jane Eyre is a novel by English writer Charlotte Bront�. It was published on 16 October 1847. Primarily of the Bildungsroman genre, Jane Eyre follows the emotions and experiences of its eponymous her… more ...
The Color Purple
Winner of The Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and The American Book Award for Fiction. more ...
The list titled 'The Greatest Book Ever Written?' features 12 novels that have been recognized for their profound impact on literature and society. This collection includes iconic works such as Leo Tolstoy's 'Anna Karenina', Harper Lee's 'To Kill a Mockingbird', and Gabriel García Márquez's 'One Hundred Years of Solitude', each celebrated for their unique storytelling and thematic depth. These novels not only showcase the artistry of their authors but also reflect the social, cultural, and historical contexts in which they were written. Readers will find a rich tapestry of narratives that explore complex human emotions, societal issues, and the intricacies of life across different cultures and eras. This list serves as an invitation to delve into the world of literature, encouraging both avid readers and newcomers to engage with these masterpieces that continue to resonate with audiences today.