Best 9 Famous Writers Books to Read in 2024
Books by the most famous writers have a knack for leaving an indelible mark on us, like finding gum on your shoe. Sticky, but unforgettable. For our list of the 9 best books by the most famous writers, we focused on tales that not only capture the essence of their era but also provide a timeless appeal. Grab your bookmark, because we’ve got classics on this list that’ll have you laughing, crying, and maybe questioning your choices in English Lit class.
On this list:
9 The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
Salinger, one of the most famous writers, brings you into Holden Caulfield’s teenage mind. It’s a classic, even if Holden is whiny sometimes.
8 Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Jane Austen is famous for her wit. This book gives us Lizzy Bennet and Mr. Darcy. It’s romance with some good laughs.
7 1984 by George Orwell
Orwell, a most famous writer, creates a dystopian world. Big Brother is always watching, and it’s creepy but fascinating.
6 To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Harper Lee only wrote one great book. Scout and Atticus show us bravery in a world of prejudice.
5 The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Fitzgerald takes us to the Roaring Twenties. Gatsby loves Daisy, but it’s all drama and parties in this classic.
4 Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Melville’s tale of Captain Ahab’s obsession with the white whale is a wild ride. It’s long but worth it.
3 Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë
Emily Brontë creates a dark, stormy love story. Heathcliff and Catherine’s passion is intense and tragic.
2 War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
Tolstoy can be intimidating, but War and Peace is worth it. It’s like a Russian soap opera with battles.
