Classic novels are some of the best books out there. But every classic isn’t the same. That is why we have made a list of 9 classics that you should read. Keep reading to find out which books made the list!
It is always fun browsing through all the classics and seeing which ones are worth reading. If you are anything like me, you are always looking for new books to read. And there are a lot of amazing classics that people overlook or forget about. Some of them are going to be the greatest books that you will end up reading. You can see the full list below.
Best Classics That You Should Read
- Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
- The Call of the Wild by Jack London
- The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
- One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest by Ken Kesey
- Beloved by Toni Morrison
- Catch-22 by Joseph Heller
- Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe
- Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
- Les Miserables by Victor Hugo
Classics You Should Read
If you haven’t read any novel by Jack London before, then you are missing out. The Call of the Wild follows a dog who is kidnapped and sold into a difficult life as a sled dog. London’s novels are based on his life experiences and his views on life.
A novel that is seen on many lists is Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe. You may overlook it but it is a classic novel that is going to keep you reading. The plot centers around pre-colonial life in parts of Nigeria as Europeans invade and change the lives of the people during the latem19th century.
Lastly, a fantasy novel that many of us come across in our childhood is The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. If you never got around to reading it, then now is a great time to read it. The themes of the novel will make more sense as an adult and you can appreciate the great storytelling ability of Lewis.
Conclusion
These are the 9 classics that you should read. The list includes novels from different genres to keep things interesting. How many of these books have you read? Let us know in the comments below!
Well- from that list:
1. Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe (to be accurate, the entire Narnia series)
2. Things Fall Apart- well, believe this was a required school book
3. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
4. Les Misérables- as in the unabridged
*I don’t remember if I read Call of the Wild or not*
The only classic book….is the Bible
It gives you forgiveness of sin and eternal life 🤣
Far canal
NOTHING IS GIVEN, YOU HAVE TO WORK FOR IT.
That’s the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard!
Excellent list.
NO Dickens? Jane Austen? Another “In my opinion” list from a self appointed expert! How about The Kite Runner or The Book Thief? Anyone else never heard of Ahaqir?