Books to read

Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist is an inspiring work that offers profound lessons on following your dreams and finding your destiny. Its universal message about personal pursuit and the importance of listening to your heart makes it an essential read for life reflection.

• It inspires the reader to pursue their dream and their personal legend

• An inspiring fable about the importance of fighting for your dreams

A Clockwork Orange is a dystopian masterpiece that explores the nature of free will, violence, and social control. Its innovative language and disturbing narrative invite deep reflection on the human condition and society, essential elements for a profound reading experience.

• Innovative and provocative linguistic style

• Profound social and authority critique

• Impactful philosophical and moral themes

• Iconic and transgressive literary work

Crime and Punishment is a masterpiece of Russian literature that explores human psychology and moral complexities in a profound and disturbing way. Its analysis of Raskolnikov's internal torment and search for redemption make it essential reading for understanding the human condition.

• Masterfully develops the thoughts and reflections of its characters

The Great Gatsby is a masterpiece of American literature that explores timeless themes such as the American Dream, wealth, love, and social decay. Its lyrical prose and unforgettable characters offer a profound reflection on the human condition and the illusory nature of happiness.

• Considered an essential work of American literature

Harper Lee's poignant novel tackles themes of racial injustice, childhood innocence, and moral courage in the American South. Through the eyes of Scout Finch, readers witness the complexities of prejudice and the importance of empathy and understanding.

• Amusing, cheerful, and written with humble accuracy

• One of the great classics of the 20th century

• Exposes racial prejudice in the U.S.

• Tells a moving story

Jane Austen's classic novel explores themes of love, class, and societal expectations in 19th-century England, offering witty dialogue and memorable characters. Its enduring popularity speaks to its timeless appeal and insightful commentary on human relationships.

• Profound and sarcastic comedy

• Narrates how Elizabeth and Darcy confront their prejudices driven by love

George Orwell's dystopian masterpiece paints a chilling portrait of a totalitarian society where freedom of thought is suppressed and surveillance is omnipresent. It serves as a stark warning about the dangers of unchecked government power and the importance of individual liberty.

• Dystopian political fiction novel

• Engaging and unsettling

• A dystopian work set in a futuristic 1984.

• Encompasses a futuristic and totalitarian world.

The Little Prince is a timeless masterpiece that invites reflection on life, friendship, and love through a simple yet profound narrative. Its universal lessons about the importance of seeing with the heart and not losing one's childlike perspective resonate with readers of all ages, making it an essential read for understanding the essence of human existence.

• Narrated with innocence, intelligence, and critique

• Beautiful work

• Classic and cultural icon

In Cold Blood is a masterpiece of narrative journalism that redefines non-fiction. Its deep dive into the psyche of criminals and the impact of their actions offers a chilling and poignant look at human nature, making it an essential read.

• Delves into criminal psychology

• Engaging narrative style

• A masterpiece of non-fiction

• Explores the nature of evil

The Sea, The Sea is a masterpiece of introspection and narrative that explores the complexities of memory, art, and human relationships with unusual depth. Its rich prose and penetrating examination of the human psyche make it an unforgettable literary experience that resonates long after reading.

• Describes the sea beautifully

• Hypnotic work, populated with reflections, images, and stories

• Tremendous narrative pull

• Exquisite style

The Celestina is a masterpiece of Spanish literature that explores the depths of human passion, greed, and tragedy with vivid language and unforgettable characters. Its enduring impact on narrative and its timeless relevance make it an essential read for understanding the human condition.

• Work of editorial success since the 16th century.

• It narrates the love story between Calisto and Melibea.

The Catcher in the Rye is an essential work for its raw and honest exploration of adolescence, alienation, and the search for authenticity. Holden Caulfield's voice deeply resonates with readers of all ages, offering an unforgettable perspective on the transition to adulthood and the hypocrisy of the world.

• Mythical book

This book offers a profound reflection on existence and the human condition through a minimalist and evocative narrative. Its exploration of emptiness and meaning invites introspection that resonates long after reading.

• Classic of universal literature

• It has the amazing ability to keep telling us about our lives

One Hundred Years of Solitude is a masterpiece of magical realism that transports the reader through generations of the Buendía family in Macondo. Its rich narrative, unforgettable characters, and exploration of universal themes like love, war, and solitude make it an essential literary experience.

• Story of loneliness, love, and loss

Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis is a foundational work that explores the alienation and absurdity of human existence in a striking manner. Its surreal narrative and profound introspection on the human condition make it an essential read for understanding crucial aspects of life.

• Intelligently and acutely recounts the dangers of authoritarian society

• Profound exploration of fatalism

The Picture of Dorian Gray is a masterpiece that delves into profound themes such as vanity, moral corruption, and the nature of art and beauty. Its captivating narrative and philosophical reflections on eternal youth and the consequences of actions make it an essential read for understanding the human condition.

• Reflects on the nature of art

• Stirs the conscience about human nature

• Explores themes of vanity, narcissism, and morality

Rayuela, also known as Hopscotch, is a masterpiece of Latin American literature that challenges traditional narrative conventions. Its non-linear structure and invitation to active reader participation make it a transformative literary experience, essential for anyone seeking to expand their understanding of the novel.

• It shook the cultural landscape of its time

• It marked an unavoidable milestone in contemporary narrative

• It revolutionized narrative in the Spanish language

The Portuguese José Saramago imbued his stories with a philosophical and reflective tone. He does so in his Essay on Blindness, where he presents an epidemic that leaves everyone hopelessly blind. Will humans be able to coexist in this scenario? Or will fear and uncertainty bring out the worst in them?

Virginia Woolf's 'A Room of One's Own' is a seminal essay exploring the necessity of economic independence and personal space for female literary creation. Her reflections on social barriers and the material conditions for women's artistic development remain profoundly influential and relevant.

• It presents great innovations from the formal aspect

• Feminist text

• It analyzes, questions, and provides answers and proposals

• It argues that women need a private space to be able to write

Albert Camus's The Stranger is a seminal work that explores human indifference and the absurdity of existence. Its direct style and profound reflection on the human condition make it an essential read for understanding life's complexities.

• Shows themes of alienation and isolation

The Abyss of Oblivion is a literary masterpiece that delves into the depths of the human condition and the fragility of memory. Its poignant narrative and philosophical reflections on existence and mortality make it an essential read for understanding life's profound questions.

The Family of Pascual Duarte is a masterpiece of Spanish literature that explores the complexity of human nature and the existential condition. Its raw depiction of violence, guilt, and fate resonates deeply, offering an unforgettable perspective on life and death that every reader should experience.

• Impactful narrative style

• Reflection on violence

• Unforgettable character

• Cela's masterpiece

The Ages of Lulu is a work that explores the complexity of female sexuality and identity with brutal honesty and captivating prose. Its emotional impact and ability to provoke reflection on desire, lost innocence, and personal growth make it an essential read.

• It demystifies sex

Franz Kafka's The Trial is an existential masterpiece that delves into alienation, bureaucracy, and the absurdity of modern life. Its profound exploration of the human condition and the individual's struggle against oppressive systems makes it an essential read for understanding the complexities of existence.

• Well written

• Tension from beginning to end

• Unexpected ending

• Extremely entertaining detective novel

The Summer My Mother Had Green Eyes is a poignant work that explores universal themes of identity, family, and loss with lyrical and evocative prose. Its profound emotional resonance and ability to transform personal experience into something universal make it an essential read that lingers in the reader's memory.

• Explores the mother-son relationship

• Summer of metamorphosis and transformations