7 Books to Read Before You Die

1984 by George Orwell

A dystopian novel about a totalitarian regime, this book explores themes of surveillance, freedom and truth.

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

This classic novel deals with racial injustice and moral growth in the American South.

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen 

A sharp, witty critique of social class and romance in 19th-century England, it remains a beloved exploration of human relationships.

The Great Gatsby by F Scott Fitzgerald 

A story about the American Dream, love, and betrayal set in the Roaring Twenties.

One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez

A masterpiece of magical realism, this novel tells the multi-generational story of the Buendía family and blends myth, history and reality.

Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky

This psychological novel explores guilt, redemption and morality through the story of a man who commits murder.

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

A modern fable about following your dreams, this book encourages self-discovery and personal growth.