The Red Pony by John Steinbeck
Between childhood and adulthood lies a journey of growth and discovery in this poignant novella set on a California ranch.
Books
The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane
Many consider this Civil War novel a masterpiece of American literature for its realistic portrayal of a soldier's psychological journey.
The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway
This influential novel captures the disillusionment and aimlessness of the Lost Generation in post-World War I Europe.
The Subtle Knife by Philip Pullman
Many worlds collide in this gripping fantasy sequel as two young heroes face cosmic forces and their own destinies.
The Return of the King by J.R.R. Tolkien
This thrilling conclusion to an epic fantasy trilogy pits good against evil in a battle for the fate of Middle-earth.
The Once and Future King by T.H. White
Drawing on themes of power, loyalty, and destiny, this beloved reimagining of Arthurian legend captivates readers with its blend of humor and tragedy.
The Rainbow by D. H. Lawrence
Groundbreaking in its frank exploration of sexuality and societal change, this novel follows three generations of an English family.
The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett
A sweeping tale of ambition, love, and cathedral-building unfolds against the backdrop of 12th-century England's civil war.
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster
This whimsical journey through a fantastical realm of words and numbers ignites a young boy's imagination and love for learning.
The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver
Never before has a novel so vividly captured the clash of cultures and the complexities of postcolonial Africa as this epic tale of a missionary family's journey.
The Reader by Bernhard Schlink
Long after World War II, a young German man grapples with his country's dark past and a secret affair in this provocative novel.
The Quiet American by Graham Greene
The gripping tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue unfolds against the backdrop of 1950s Vietnam in this influential novel.