FROM OUR EDITORS

The Book of Great Books is the key to unlocking the secrets to 100 of the world's most enduring novels, plays, and epic poems. Encompassing works from Homer to Hemingway and from Machiavelli to Maya Angelou, this book guides you through the plot twists, major themes, and key details that make these classics so enduring. Develop a deeper level of inquiry as you gain greater insight into the wonder and mystery of great writing.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

More than simply a collection of tasty plot summaries, The Book of Great Books is a treasure chest of information. Entries provide you with a thumbnail historical background, the story's main themes and symbols, insights into the language and style of the work, critical perspectives, and a remarkable handy character diagram that clarifies the relationships among the characters. High comedy, foul murder, political intrigue, and the world's greatest love stories--the pantheon of great works is yours to enjoy with a landmark volume that makes great writing more accessible.

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