Candide by Voltaire

Candide, a young man, experiences a series of misfortunes and absurd events that challenge his optimistic worldview, leading him to question the nature of human existence.
Mansfield Park by Jane Austen

Mansfield Park follows the life of Fanny Price, a young girl from a poor family, as she navigates the complex relationships and social hierarchies of 19th-century England.
Persuasion by Jane Austen

Persuasion is a novel by Jane Austen that explores the themes of love, regret, and second chances as protagonist Anne Elliot navigates the complexities of societal expectations and her own desires.
The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown

“The Da Vinci Code” by Dan Brown is a thrilling mystery that follows symbologist Robert Langdon as he unravels a secret society’s conspiracy involving the Holy Grail and the true identity of Jesus Christ.
The Jungle by Upton Sinclair

The Jungle by Upton Sinclair is a novel that exposes the harsh conditions of the meatpacking industry in early 20th century America, highlighting the exploitation of workers and unsanitary practices.
Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell

“Nineteen Eighty-Four” is a dystopian novel set in a totalitarian society ruled by the Party, where protagonist Winston Smith rebels against the oppressive regime and its manipulation of truth.
The Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio

The Decameron by Giovanni Boccaccio is a collection of 100 stories told by a group of young people who have fled Florence during the Black Death.
Doctor Zhivago by Boris Pasternak

Doctor Zhivago is a Russian novel by Boris Pasternak set during the Russian Revolution, following the life of Yuri Zhivago, a physician and poet caught in a love triangle.
Fathers and Sons by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev

“Fathers and Sons” by Ivan Turgenev explores generational conflicts and ideological clashes between conservative fathers and their revolutionary sons in 19th-century Russia.
White Fang by Jack London

“White Fang” by Jack London is a gripping tale of a wild wolf-dog’s struggle for survival in the harsh Alaskan wilderness, exploring themes of nature, instinct, and humanity.