7 Best Classics in Literature to Read in 2025
Discover the best classics in literature with us, featuring timeless tales and unforgettable characters that have shaped stories forever.
Ah, the world of classics in literature. We focus on weaving through tales of love, dystopia, ambition, justice, obsession, morality, and grandeur to bring you a list that’s got it all. Our pleasure (and sometimes the pain) has been to assess timeless stories that not only make us laugh and cry but also think and feel. With a sprinkle of nostalgia and a dash of wit, we present to you stories that stand the test of time while keeping us on our toes – all without needing a literature degree to enjoy. So, let’s embark on this literary journey together!
On this list:
7 Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
We couldn’t help but choose this gem from the classics in literature. It’s wit and irony kept us giggling while swooning over Mr. Darcy.
6 1984 by George Orwell
This piece made us question everything. It’s a gripping tale that’s both terrifying and fascinating in its depiction of a dystopian future.
5 The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
We loved getting lost in the Roaring Twenties and discovering the tragic tale of Jay Gatsby in this timeless classic.
4 To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Between Scout’s childhood innocence and the serious themes of justice and morality, this book left a significant impact on us.
3 Moby-Dick by Herman Melville
We embarked on a wild adventure with Captain Ahab. It’s filled with intense hunts and existential musings.
2 Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky
We were drawn into Raskolnikov’s mind in this psychological thriller. It explores themes of guilt and redemption that had us on edge.
1 War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
This is the best among classics in literature. It’s a massive, sweeping saga that combines human emotion and history into a single, compelling narrative. It’s got everything: love, war, and philosophy. We spent countless hours with Pierre and Natasha and never felt bored. Tolstoy’s detail and attention to character development are unmatched. We found it both overwhelming in scope and enriching in understanding of human spirit. If you’re patient and love to get lost in a book, this is the one to choose. It’s a masterpiece for anyone wanting to experience the full depth of literature.
