Best Books for Long Journeys
The best books for long trips can vary depending on personal tastes and preferences. These books are just a few examples for those looking for something to read on long trips. Of course, different books can be recommended for people with different interests and preferences. But in general, here are some suggestions for books to read during long trips…
War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
"War and Peace" is a work written by Russian writer Lev Tolstoy between 1869-1870 and is considered a historical novel. The book describes the life of the Russian aristocracy from 1812, when Napoleon Bonaparte invaded Russia, until the 1860s.
The novel contains the stories of many different characters and also shows the effects of war and how people reacted to it. It deals with the effects of war on people, the strength of love and family ties, human nature and social structure.
"War and Peace" is considered both a literary and historical masterpiece. Tolstoy's extensive character development, naturalistic descriptions and detailed historical research make the work unique. The book is also considered one of the most important works of Russian literature and has a wide readership.
Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell
"Nineteen Eighty-Four" (1984) is the famous dystopian novel by British writer George Orwell. The book tells the story of a man living in a future world, under a totalitarian regime.
Winston Smith, the protagonist of the novel, lives in a world under constant surveillance of the state. The state uses a strict control mechanism to control people's thoughts, restrict their freedom and manage all aspects of society. Winston decides to rebel against this order of society and the story tells about his struggle.
Orwell's novel is considered one of the most important works in the dystopian genre. The book touches on issues such as control of society, propaganda, oppression, freedom, human rights. "1984" is also considered one of the most important works of world literature and sheds light on many aspects of modern society.
Ulysses James Joyce
"Ulysses" is the famous novel by Irish writer James Joyce, published in 1922. The book tells the stories of three people who lived in Dublin for one day: Leopold Bloom, Stephen Dedalus and Molly Bloom.
The novel has a modernist narrative, focuses on the inner worlds of the characters and is told using the stream of consciousness technique. In the book, the daily lives, thoughts and lives of the characters are discussed in detail. In addition, Irish history, literature, myths and culture are also an important part of the work.
"Ulysses" is a very rich literary work and is considered one of the most important examples of modernist literature. The novel has an important place in the history of literature especially because of Joyce's use of stream-of-consciousness technique, in-depth description of the characters and emphasis on Irish culture. In addition, Joyce's unique style and language provide a unique experience for those who read the book.
The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri
"Divine Comedy" (Divina Commedia), written by Dante Alighieri, is one of the most important works of Italian literature. Written in 14th century Italy, this poetic work consists of three parts: Hell, Purgatory, and Paradise.
In the work, the poet Dante is told to wander through hell, purgatory and heaven with the Roman poet Virgil, who guided him. During this trip, Dante visits places where people are punished for their sins during their lifetime on earth. In addition, the work includes a love story and turns into a journey based on the belief that a woman named Beatrice is in Heaven.
The Divine Comedy has an important place in the cultural heritage of Italy and has a great importance in the history of literature. The work created much controversy in the church and society and had an impact on many writers, artists and thinkers. In addition, Dante's poetic language and narrative technique have an important place in the world of literature and is considered one of the leading works of Italian literature.
Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes
"Don Quixote" (El Ingenioso Hidalgo Don Quijote de la Mancha) is the most famous novel by Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes. The book tells the adventures of a noble living in Spain, who dreams of becoming a knight by transforming into a character named don Quixote.
Don Quixote interprets the world around him, inspired by chivalric novels, and blurs the line between the real world and the fictional world. The book tells the funny and tragic adventures of don Quixote and his faithful servant Sancho Panza. The book also deals with social reality and human nature and contains many philosophical and cultural references.
"Don Quixote" is considered one of the most important works in the history of literature and is seen as the forerunner of the modern novel. Cervantes' novel The language and expression technique he used while writing has been very effective in the world of literature. The book has a very important place in Spanish culture and literature and has had an impact on many writers and artists. In addition, the character of "Don Quixote" has taken place a lot in popular culture and has been the subject of many movies, plays and other works.
Lord of the Rings, J.R.R. Tolkien
J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" is one of the most important works of fantasy literature. The book tells of adventures set in a fictional universe called Middle-earth. There are many different kinds of beings living in Middle-earth, but the story focuses specifically on the elf, dwarf, human, and hobbit species.
The story tells that in a world ruled by dark forces, humans, elves and dwarves must band together to protect their existence. The book "Lord of the Rings" was published in three volumes: "The Fellowship of the Ring", "The Two Towers" and "The Return of the King".
The book combines high fantasy, poetic language and deep character studies to create a masterpiece. While "Lord of the Rings" offers a gripping adventure for readers, it also deals with social issues and contains philosophical messages.
