Literature has always been a powerful form of communication, and its influence can be seen in our everyday lives. Whether it’s the words of poets or novelists, literature can change our perspective on the world. This blog entry will take a gander at some of the most famous literary works and see how they have influenced our lives. From Romeo and Juliet to The Catcher in the Rye, read more about the results that have had such a profound impact.
The Bible
The Holy book is an assortment of strict texts from the Jewish Book of scriptures and the Christian New Confirmation. The books of the Holy book were composed over about 1,500 years by various authors in Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek, Latin, Syriac, and other languages.
The Hebrew Bible is made up of the Torah (the first five books), Nevi’im (the second set of five), Ketuvim (the third set of four), and the Samaritan Pentateuch. The Christian New Testament is made up of 27 books. They are generally divided into the four gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John), seven epistles (James, 1 Peter, 2 Peter, 3 John, Jude, Revelation), and the Book of Acts.
The Iliad
The Iliad is one of the most well-known literary works in the world. It is a long epic poem that tells the tale of Achilles and the Trojan Conflict. The Iliad was written by Homer sometime between the eighth and sixth centuries BC.
Romeo and Juliet
One of Shakespeare’s most famous works is “Romeo and Juliet.” The story follows the Montague family and their feud with the Capulet family. Romeo and Juliet fall in love, but their families forbid them from marrying. Eventually, they kill themselves because of their love for each other.
Frankenstein
Frankenstein is a novel by Mary Shelley. It tells the story of Dr. Frankenstein, who creates a monster that terrorizes him and his girlfriend. The book has been adapted to film several times, notably in 1931 and 2005.
Macbeth
The famous literary works are Macbeth, Hamlet, King Lear, and Othello.
Animal Farm
Animal Farm is a 1954 novel written by George Orwell. The novel tells the story of the rise of the Soviet Union and its disastrous effects on society. Animal Farm is considered one of the greatest novels of all time.
Orwell’s other famous work is 1984.
Atlas Shrugged
The famous literary works are “Atlas Shrugged,” “The Catcher in the Rye,” and “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.”
The Catcher in the Rye
The Catcher in the Rye is a renowned book by J.D. Salinger. The book tells the story of Holden Caulfield, a teenager who is expelled from a prestigious boarding school and then struggles to find his place in the world.
To Kill a Mockingbird
To Kill a Mockingbird is quite possibly of the most famous literary works. It was written by Harper Lee and published in 1960. The book tells the story of Atticus Finch, a white man who defends a black man blamed for a wrongdoing he didn’t carry out.
The novel has been praised for its brave portrayal of racism in America and its compelling story. It has won several awards, including the Pulitzer Prize.
