Top 10 Greatest Books of All Time

Lord of the Flies
Lord of the Flies by William Golding

Published: 1954 Emily Brown Classics literature, survival, psychology

A gripping exploration of human nature and the descent into chaos when a group of boys are stranded on an island. "Lord of the Flies" offers timeless insights into the conflicts between civilization and savagery.

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Silent Spring
Silent Spring by Rachel Carson

Published: 1962 Emily Brown Non-Fiction environment, conservation, nature

Rachel Carson’s "Silent Spring" revolutionized the environmental movement, calling for the reduction of pesticides and highlighting the dangers to wildlife and human health.

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Oedipus the King
Oedipus the King by Sophocles

Published: 429 BC Emily Brown Classics tragedy, Greek literature, fate

A cornerstone of Greek tragedy, this play follows Oedipus as he uncovers the horrifying truth about his identity, blending destiny with human flaw.

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Little Women
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

Published: 1868 Emily Brown Classics family, sisterhood, coming-of-age

Follow the beloved March sisters as they navigate love, loss, and growth during the Civil War. Alcott’s "Little Women" remains a cherished story of family and strength.

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Orlando
Orlando by Virginia Woolf

Published: 1928 Emily Brown Literature gender, identity, time

Virginia Woolf’s bold narrative explores identity, gender, and time, following Orlando’s journey through centuries and changing gender, making it an important work on fluidity and self.

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