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Books That Made Me Look at Life Differently 📚

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Matea

As a literature student- these are the books that shook me. They’ve changed the way I see the world, people, and even myself. Some are deep, some are wild, but they all have something that’ll stick with you long after you close the last page. If you ...

Holden Caulfield is a guy who sees through the BS, and that’s what makes this book such a classic. It’s a rollercoaster of emotions, trying to figure out life when everything seems messed up. Whether you relate or not, this book gives you a glimpse i...

The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger

This book will have you questioning right and wrong for days. Raskolnikov’s inner struggle after committing a crime is intense. It’s all about guilt, redemption, and how we cope with our darkest actions. Trust me, it’s deep, but it’s one of those boo...

Crime and Punishment - Fyodor Dostoyevsky

Magical realism at its finest. Márquez creates a world where the ordinary and the extraordinary collide, and it feels completely normal.

One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez

It’s not just about a whale. Moby-Dick is an epic exploration of obsession, fate, and the human spirit. If you think it’s all about whaling, think again - it’s a philosophical journey that leaves you thinking long after.

Moby Dick | Summary, Characters, Author, Importance, & Facts

Gatsby’s dream of love and wealth is tragic, but so mesmerizing. This book is a deep dive into the American Dream and how it can be an illusion. The flashy parties and drama mask the emptiness that the characters feel deep inside.

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Orwell’s chilling vision of the future feels too close for comfort in today’s world. A totalitarian regime, constant surveillance, and a distorted sense of truth - this is one of those books that makes you question everything.

1984 by George Orwell

A classic that shows us the realities of racism, justice, and childhood innocence in the Deep South. Scout Finch’s perspective adds a touch of sweetness to a serious story about the flaws of society and how we can stand up for what’s right.

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

This book tackles the big questions—faith, free will, morality—and does it in a way that’s compelling and hard to ignore. The Karamazov brothers each represent different ways of approaching life’s ultimate dilemmas. It’s as heavy as it is brilliant.

The Brothers Karamazov - Fyodor Dostoyevsky

Haunting doesn’t even begin to describe it. Beloved is a story about slavery, motherhood, and trauma that follows Sethe, a woman haunted by the past. It’s tough to read but worth every second. Morrison’s writing is pure magic.

Beloved (Beloved Trilogy, #1) by Toni Morrison

Heathcliff and Catherine’s love story is wild, passionate, and incredibly toxic, but that’s what makes it so gripping. This novel is all about the destructive side of love and revenge. You’ll feel everything, even if it’s not always pretty.

Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë