The Rainbow
Explore the intricate tapestry of love, conflict, and the emergence of modern England through the lens of the Brangwen family across three g…
The 100 Best Novels Written in English
A curated list of the 100 greatest novels written in English, compiled by Robert McCrum. This list spans centuries and includes iconic works that have shaped literature.
Ulysses
Dive into the stream of consciousness of Leopold Bloom in James Joyce's modernist masterpiece, Ulysses, a rich tapestry of a single day in D…
Babbitt
George F. Babbitt's life as a middle-class real estate agent in Zenith is a scathing critique of early 20th-century American society, exposi…
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Meet Lorelei Lee, the 1920s flapper who charms her way through life and love. This satirical novel by Anita Loos is a witty and enduring tal…
Mrs Dalloway
Experience the timeless elegance of Virginia Woolf's masterpiece as Mrs Dalloway's preparations for a party unravel her past and present in …
Lolly Willowes
Lolly Willowes, a spinster tired of her family's expectations, finds freedom and her true calling in a small village, where she discovers th…
Nineteen Nineteen
Dive into the vibrant and chaotic world of 1920s America through the lives of dozens of characters, from the Spanish-American War to the bri…
Scoop
William Boot, a nature writer, is mistaken for a famous novelist and sent to cover a war in Ishmaelia, where he accidentally becomes a star …
Party Going
A group of wealthy young people find themselves stranded in a train station, leading to a series of unexpected encounters and revelations.
At Swim-Two-Birds
A hilarious and chaotic novel about an undergraduate in Dublin who invents absurd stories, including one where women can give birth to full-…
Under the Volcano
In the shadow of a Mexican volcano, a British consul's life spirals out of control on the Day of the Dead, as his wife arrives to save him a…
The Heat of the Day
In wartime London, Stella's life unravels as she discovers her lover is suspected of treason, and a British intelligence agent offers a chil…
The End of the Affair
A passionate love affair is torn apart by jealousy and faith in this intense and emotionally charged novel.
The Adventures of Augie March
Follow the odyssey of Augie March, a penniless Chicago boy navigating the Great Depression through a series of eccentric jobs and relationsh…
Voss
In 19th-century Australia, an explorer and a young woman share an intense, obsessive love that transcends distance and hardship, blurring th…
The Golden Notebook
A groundbreaking novel that explores the complexities of women's lives and the struggle for personal and artistic freedom.
A Clockwork Orange
Dive into a chilling dystopian future where free will is the ultimate currency in Anthony Burgess's controversial masterpiece.
A Single Man
A poignant and groundbreaking exploration of love, loss, and the human condition, A Single Man follows a gay English professor navigating li…
Mrs Palfrey at the Claremont
A recently widowed woman finds unexpected friendship and inspiration in the eccentric residents of a London hotel, as she navigates the chal…
Rabbit Redux
In 1969 America, Harry 'Rabbit' Angstrom's life takes a chaotic turn when his wife leaves and he finds himself entangled with a runaway and …
A Bend in the River
V.S. Naipaul's vivid exploration of post-colonial Africa at the time of Independence, as seen through the eyes of a man building a new life …
The 100 Best Novels Written in English is a comprehensive list compiled by Robert McCrum, featuring the most influential and celebrated novels in the English language. After two years of careful consideration, McCrum selected these works based on their literary merit, cultural impact, and enduring relevance. The list includes classics from various genres and time periods, from John Bunyan's 'The Pilgrim’s Progress' to Peter Carey's 'True History of the Kelly Gang'. Each novel on this list has made a significant contribution to literature, offering unique insights into the human condition and the societies in which they were written. This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich tapestry of English literature and its evolution over the centuries.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/books/2015/aug/17/the-100-best-novels-written-in-english-the-full-list