Thanks for sharing. I've found the same thing to be true of Shakespeare plays.
Also, I'm going through the Aeneid right now, and find it far easier to read than the first time I tried 10 years ago. Committing to the Iliad and Odyssey first really helped, I think.
Your choice of The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber is a good one.
Most writers of great works also wrote short stories and essays throughout their careers. Starting with these might help someone to get a sense of a writer’s voice and help decide whether to dig deeper without just becoming frustrated.
It might be better to read through a few of Tolstoy’s short stories first, rather than just diving into War and Peace.
Thanks for sharing. I've found the same thing to be true of Shakespeare plays.
Also, I'm going through the Aeneid right now, and find it far easier to read than the first time I tried 10 years ago. Committing to the Iliad and Odyssey first really helped, I think.
Nice starter list!
Thank you!
Your choice of The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber is a good one.
Most writers of great works also wrote short stories and essays throughout their careers. Starting with these might help someone to get a sense of a writer’s voice and help decide whether to dig deeper without just becoming frustrated.
It might be better to read through a few of Tolstoy’s short stories first, rather than just diving into War and Peace.
Good advice.