Want to challenge yourself a bit this summer? While school is off and work loads are perhaps a bit lighter, do you want to read something a little more thought provoking than what you’d pick up when your brain is overworked? Not to say that more relaxing reads are bad for summer, but Classics are a perfect genre to go to for a mentally-stimulating but still emotionally engaging work! Here are some of my favorite Classics:
- Tender is the Night by F. Scott Fitzgerald: From the author of The Great Gatsby, this book exudes a similar tone to the beloved classic, but its characters are more complex and the story takes the reader on an emotional roller coaster that pulls one’s heartstrings in multiple directions.
- A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens: This is a story of the French Revolution and the movements of the characters between London and Paris. The story holds twists and turns, (admitedly a bit of a dull middle, but pushing through is totally worth it), and a beautiful love story.
- Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury: You probably read this book in high school at some point, but it’s one definitely worth a re-read. The story is simultaneously relevant and nostalgic.
- Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte: This book is a mixture of a ghost story, a love story, and class commentary. It is the beautifully-written story of Jane’s journey juggling class and gender statuses while falling in love in a mysterious setting.
Bonus: Here are some books on my summer reading list that I’m looking forward to picking up!
- North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell
- Far from the Maddening Crowd by Thomas Hardy
Comment your favorite classics and ones you’re looking forward to reading!
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