The presented rating is not indicative and may seem controversial to many, but this only proves that everyone has their own taste. Different world rankings were used to analyze and present this list, so everyone can find a book here that he has read or will want to read. Each of the books below is a world masterpiece recognized by generations from different countries of the world.
George Orwell "1984"
A book written in the genre of anti-utopia is a work that undoubtedly makes you wonder. During the reading it is possible not only to broaden the horizons, but also to understand the foundations of society, the principle of its work and interconnection. To create the name, the author did not invent anything special, but simply changed two numbers in the year of writing the book from 1948 to 1984. The reason for this action was that it was impossible to publish such books in the post-war period, you need to be safe to avoid attracting the attention of the special services.
The plot of the book is simple, but it is captivating for this, because it tells about events related to the totalitarian regime, which was in most countries of the middle of the 20th century. The author ventured into fantasy, describing the actions of a person who does not have any restrictions. In the book, families are created without love, but only for procreation, which is very important in our severe time. The book is recommended for adults who have seen life, and is not recommended for persons with a weak psyche.
Douglas Adams “Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy”
The genre of the book is science fiction. Many people think that this style of writing has outlived itself, but after reading the book, you can be pleasantly surprised, because the main characters of the work not only attract you, but also make them love. Together with the characters there is a hard way to go in search of answers to questions, but at the same time there are often funny and funny situations here.
Initially, “The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy” was written as a script for a radio show, but later the work received its television version and display in a feature film. As a result, now it is a four-part novel, which occupies an honorable place in the ranking of the best foreign books.
Scott Fitzgerald The Great Gatsby
The love story of 1925 will tell us about the beginning of the twentieth century, the stage of rapid growth, development and prosperity of the American economy. At the same time, enormous momentum was also gained by crime, which has many opportunities for its manifestation. The author admires people who have achieved material well-being, but at the same time demonstrates their moral crisis.
In the center of the plot is the main character Nick, who tells about the life of his neighbor. The guy will tell about the personal life of an incredibly rich man, talk about his moral principles and feelings, fully covering the mind. The whole story is about a neighbor named Jay Gatsby - a young and wealthy criminal who has made a fortune in illegal cases trying to regain the sympathy of his former Daesy.
John Tolkien "Lord of the Rings"
Probably, the title of this book is known to everyone, since “The Lord of the Rings” is the best fantasy novel, based on which they made films, surprising with their box office. The book captures with its adventures and original plot from the first pages, making you fall in love with yourself.
The trilogy will tell about the insidious villain with a cunning plan and about the little hobbit, gathering a team in order to protect the world. Over the course of the novel, the heroes often fall into difficult situations, testing their courage, loyalty and strength of friendship, and the main question is whether good will win evil, as it always has been?
Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice
It is worth noting that this novel has an amazing story, because Jane Austen wrote it back in 21 years. Initially, the work was rejected, returning to it only after 15 years. The book has won the hearts of millions from the first days, thanks to which it has now become a classic of romance novels.
“Pride and Prejudice” is a story about a strong, strong-willed and proud woman who deserves only the best man. The girl raised the theme of women's independence and freedom, trying to reject the stereotypes and prejudices that have been formed over the centuries. It is believed that this particular novel gave impetus to the emergence of feminism, conquering girls with their emotionality and sensuality.
Alexandre Dumas "Count of Monte Cristo"
Another world-famous novel, leaving an indelible impression. In the center of the plot is a young guy who dreams in the future to find his beloved girl and become the captain of the ship. He will practically achieve this, but on the most joyful and long-awaited day he will lose everything, becoming a prisoner of the castle of If.
The book will tell you how to fight for yourself and your freedom. The novel motivates the reader, proving that there is nothing impossible, the main thing is never to give up. The main character, many years later, escapes from prison, returning to his home by another person with a new name.In this novel there is everything - revenge and regret, hatred and love, forgiveness and betrayal, thanks to which he will be liked by everyone and will not leave anyone indifferent.
Charlotte Bronte "Jane Eyre"
The book ahead of its time raises the topic of women's independence, which was not typical in the 19th century (the year of writing - 1847). The author challenges patriarchy by demonstrating feminine moral strength and resilience. Many people call the work exclusively female novel, but in vain, because first of all the book will tell about such character traits as firmness, courage and willpower.
In the center of the plot is a little girl who has become an orphan. Despite the difficulties of life, the girl grows up, realizing the plan, without stopping the search for love. The main character wants to marry not according to the calculation, but only with mutual and sincere feeling. In general, the book will show that in life nothing comes easy, but only after passing through obstacles with your head held high you can find the road to happiness.
Jerome Salinger "The Catcher in the Rye"
The novel tells about the life of a 17-year-old boy trying to find a place in life. At the same time, the author does not create the image of an ideal hero, he skips lessons, dreams of a bright future, refuses moral norms and principles, considering them hypocritical. The main character is negative about others, hates lies and those who utter it. The book is a kind of confession of a person who does not agree with his place in life and society. The main question is whether the hero can calm the rebellion inside his soul, extortion of internal conflicts?
Arthur Conan Doyle "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes"
Of course, it is impossible not to recall the detective story, which has become a bestseller. Sherlock Holmes is the protagonist of detective stories that is known and loved throughout the world. The author has created unique and carefully thought-out plots with an unexpected outcome, which can be predicted by drawing attention to every little thing. A series of books so won the hearts of millions of people that it has received repeated adaptation in different countries of the world. The main feature, the author so realistically wrote the work, that many thought that Sherlock is not a character, but a real person.
Lee Harper "To Kill a Mockingbird"
An educational novel that serves as a model of US postmodern literature. In the work, the author deals with serious topics, racism and violence, fairness and justice. In this regard, “Kill a Mockingbird” is a must-read book in any American school. The plot of the book revolves around a hero who is accused of murder, but it is important to understand whether he really committed this crime? The answer can be found on the pages of the book writer Lee Harper "To Kill a Mockingbird."
