7 Classics That Are Overlooked That You Should Read

When we talk about the classics, there are some novels that come to mind first. With so many classics, it is easy to forget some of them. That is why we decided to list 7 classics that are overlooked that you should read. Keep reading to find out which ones made our list!

There is a reason that some classics are much more popular than others. They are just that amazing. That gives us tunnel vision and forget other classic novels that are also worth reading.

This list focuses on some of those overlooked and forgotten novels. And yes, there are thousands to choose from but these are the ones that came to mind for this list. You can see the full list below!

7 Classics That Are Overlooked That You Should Read

• The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway
• Watership Down by Richard Adams 
• The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka
• Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad  
•  The Stranger by Albert Camus  
• The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner 
• The Call of the Wild by Jack London

The Old Man and the Sea

The Old Man and the Sea is a classic novel that is a beautiful short read. It tells the story of Santiago, an old fisherman, and his long adventure of trying to reel a huge marlin. The character of Santiago is based on a person Hemingway knew.

Watership Down

Watership Down by Richard Adams is a must read. You may be hesitant because the novel is centered around rabbits. But once you start reading it, you won’t be able to put it down. It is a brilliant and well written novel that has aged well over the decades.

The Metamorphosis

Gregor Samsa is a travel salesman who day wakes up and finds himself transformed into a vermin. This new circumstance makes Samsa ponder his live as he struggles to get out of bed. He stays confined to his room as his family tries to survive without Samsa as the provider of the family anymore.

The Call of the Wild

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 and they are dark.,

Conclusion

These are the 7 classics that are overlooked that you should read that we selected. These are all great novels that many people may have heard of but never got around to reading. How many of these novels have you read? Let us know in the comments below!

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