With holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner, it's the perfect time to cozy up with a good book. Here are 5 intriguing classics that are bound to grab your attention over the break.
1. "The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway
One of the greatest pieces of American literature, "The Sun Also Rises" by Ernest Hemingway is a light easy-read that deals with romantic love and the disillusionment of soldiers after World War I. This book is only around 200 pages so it's perfect if you're wanting a little taste of Hemingway over the break. (P.S. If you want another quick Hemingway read, try "The Old Man and the Sea," which is an even shorter novel.)
2. "The Picture of Dorian Gray" by Oscar Wilde
If you haven't read Wilde, you haven't lived. "The Picture of Dorian Gray," Oscar Wilde's most controversial novel, deals with the topics of beauty and moral decline in a gripping, fast-paced style.
3. "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin
One of the earliest pieces of feminist literature, "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin is a thought-provoking, quick read that explores the concepts of gender roles and self-discovery. The ending will make you shiver.
4. "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London
Often paired with his novel "White Fang," Jack London's "The Call of the Wild" is a touching story in under 100 pages. If you're an animal lover, you'll probably love this short novel as much as I do.
5. "The Phantom of the Opera" by Gaston Leroux
You may have heard of the Broadway hit "The Phantom of the Opera," but did you know that it's based on a book? Gaston Leroux's "The Phantom of the Opera" is a super-exciting, engrossing read that's well under 300 pages. You won't want to put this one down!
If you're like me, you're exhausted from the whole college thing and in need of a distraction. I'm positive that any of these 5 classics will be your perfect break-time reading material. Happy reading!