Welcome To The World Of Bibliophiles

Ever ventured into the mystical world of Alice in Wonderland? Ever got lost into the realms of Lilliput with Gulliver? Or ever dreamt about being the perfect couple like Romeo and Juliet? If you haven’t done any of these, then surely you haven’t dived into the world of books.

In this ever-speeding realistic world, books are one’s escape to the world of creative imagination. They not only enable us to reflect and retrospect but also help us to broaden our horizons and look at mundane things with fresher and newer perspectives. Besides, reading in general also contributes significantly towards increasing one’s vocabulary, developing the thought flow, and molding one’s language.

So, are you ready to get an insight into the amazingly beautiful world of a bibliophile? Are you ready to make new friends? We bring you 8 timeless titles that are sure to become your best buddies and transcend you to the magical world of books and beyond!

1. The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

“So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.” ~ The Great Gatsby

Published in 1925, The Great Gatsby is one of the finest works of Fitzgerald’s and is considered to be one of the greatest novels ever written.  Throwing light on several different, important themes like idealism, resistance to change, decadence social upheaval, and excess, prevalent in the Jazz Age, it forces its readers to ponder on how a man, even those with the most elaborate lives, can never earn love.

2. To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee

“Until I feared I would lose it, I never loved to read. One does not love breathing.” ~ To Kill A Mocking Bird

One of the most widely read novels is, Harper Lee’s, To Kill a Mocking Bird, which was also been graced with the Pulitzer Prize in 1961. Published in 1960, this timeless classic is known for the warmth and humor interwoven into the words. Despite focusing on the unpredictability of human behavior and some of the hot issues of the modern-day world like rape, racial inequality, and hypocrisy, this novel is a must-read for those who want to explore the trivialities of the society, have a deeper understanding of the everyday life and re-discover the diminishing principles of morality and ethics.

3. Harry Potter Series

“Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.” ~ Harry Potter & The Prisoner Of Azkaban

If while discussing books we haven’t talked about the Harry Potter Series, we haven’t actually talked much.

The Harry Potter series, authored by J.K. Rowling is a collection that doesn’t need an introduction. From magic to mystery, from love to betrayals and from everlasting friendships to trust and loyalty, this series covers nearly all the aspects of the human life. Fantabulous characterization, amazing plot, and beautiful confluence of emotions is what make this an evergreen classic and the favorite of many. Haven’t read Harry Potter yet? Don’t wait, or else be left lamenting for forever!

4. Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen

“I must learn to be content with being happier than I deserve.” ~ Pride & Prejudice

Set in a world where manners and courtesy are the very essentials, Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen is a novel that has consistently been amongst the most-loved books of the literary scholars. Commenting on superficial goodness versus actual goodness, this book greatly depicts the importance of manners, money, education, and marriage in the Regency era. Not only this, known as a fashionable novel by many, this amazing book throws light on the shallowness of being judgmental as well as teaches its readers to accept who they are and what they can do.

5. The Book Thief, by Markus Zusak

“I am haunted by humans.” ~ The Book Thief

An international bestseller which has been translated into more than 63 languages and has 16 million copies been sold out, The Book Thief by Markus Zusak is nothing less than the perfect example of creative craftsmanship brought to life through words. Dating back to the Germany of 1939, this book takes the readers on the journey of Liesel (The Protagonist) as she attempts to rescue books from the despotism of the Nazi Rule. Intertwined with rare bravery and friendships formed in the most unlikely of situations, this book is surely a bibliophile’s delight.

6. Gone with the Wind, by Margaret Mitchell

“Life’s under no obligation to give us what we expect. We take what we get and are thankful it’s no worse than it is.” ~ Gone With The Wind

Published in 1936 and set in a world during the Civil wars, Gone with the Wind – the only novel published by Mitchell embarks on a journey of surviving.  A coming-of-age story, its title is borrowed from a poem penned by Ernest Dowson. Honored with the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1937, this book is themed on survival during the wars and also comments on the forms of slavery and caste system existing during that era. It is a must-read for those who want to experience the war era through words.

7. The Kite Runner, by Khaled Hosseini

“Not a word passes between us, not because we have nothing to say, but because we don’t have to say anything” ~ The Kite Runner

Set against a backdrop of tumultuous events, The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini is a book that personifies true friendship. From the fall of Afghanistan’s monarchy to the exodus of refugees and the subsequent rise of the Taliban community, this book presents an emotive yet depressing picture of the lives during the course of these events. Interwoven with the theme of guilt and redemption, this book puts forth as an example of how the strong bonds of friendship existing between 2 people, irrespective of their differences, can stand the test of time.

8. Romeo and Juliet, by William Shakespeare

“Love is heavy and light, bright and dark, hot and cold, sick and healthy, asleep and awake- its everything except what it is!” ~ Romeo & Juliet

How can one conclude a list of books without mentioning the ageless Shakespeare and his creations. One of the most famous works of his, Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy which talks about two young star-crossed lovers who fight the odds but fail to evade their sorrowful destinies. Not only this, but it is also about how some sacrifices are inevitable to establish peace amongst others and the society in general. This eternal classic is, perhaps, the most famous and most quoted love story, till date. So if you haven’t read it yet, now is the time to do so.

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