Which Overrated Literary Classic Would Speak Most To Your Soul?
Which Overrated Literary Classic Would Speak Most To Your Soul?
Let's be real. You probably skipped reading it when you were assigned it in high school or college. But now here's your chance.
Let's be real. You probably skipped reading it when you were assigned it in high school or college. But now here's your chance.
War and Peace
War and Peace
You need a classic that's not only a classic, it's a classic among classics. It's the queen of confusing Russian literature. You need something that you will potentially used to brag on for the rest of your life. A tale of a French invasion is exactly what will fit the bill.
The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby
Decadence may be the perfect thing for you to indulge in when it comes to a book. You need to see the insanity that is the wealthy population of New York in the 1920s. If you somehow managed to avoid this in English classes, anyways, since this Fitzgerald novel MUST be one of the most frequently assigned novels.
Catcher In The Rye
Catcher In The Rye
You doing okay there, friend? Catcher In The Rye is perfect for disenfranchised youths and misunderstood members of society. Maybe you would identify with Holden and maybe you would scoff at him and his attitude. Who knows? Either way, this novel would definitely suit you right about now.
A Separate Peace
A Separate Peace
Now would be a great time for you to read a true coming-of-age story. A quintessential middle/high school reading list choice, this story of Gene may speak to you. Maybe you're going through an interesting time in your life, a transition of sorts, and if you were ever going to read (or reread) this novel, now would be the time.
Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet
Oh Shakespeare. For reasons unknown to anyone (as far as we know), this is the most common of all the plays the Bard wrote among high school teachers. So enjoy the tale of true love lost in every single way. Maybe learn something (i.e. what not to do) from it if you're finding yourself unlucky in the relationship way.
Les Miserables
Les Miserables
Do you like depressing French tales? Do you like wars? Do you like musicals!? Okay if you are most fond of the last question, you may need to venture to watching the movie, but otherwise, Les Mis (the book) is definitely for you. This novel may really help to put things in perspective and make you think, "Huh. You know what? It really could be worse."