It is unlikely that anyone will argue that Russian classical literature is an inexhaustible source of wisdom, especially for residents of Russia. But in order to be a truly educated person, it is necessary to familiarize yourself with the works created by foreign writers. This article lists the names of those who made a great contribution to world literature.
The best foreign writers
- William Shakespeare. And let it be said that such a person didn’t actually exist, his works are real cultural value. Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, King Lear - these are the masterpieces that everyone needs to read. At least in order to make up their own opinion about these tragedies.
- Victor Hugo. His "Notre Dame de Paris" is invariably one of the most beloved works by readers around the world. It is also worth familiarizing yourself with the novels The Man Who Laughs and, of course, Les Miserables.
- Bernard Show. Pygmalion and The Devil's Apprentice are perhaps his most famous plays. Still, foreign writers and their works are able to find a response in the hearts of Russian people. This is evidenced by numerous positive reviews about them in literary forums.
- Jules Verne. This writer is able to captivate anyone - from small to large. “Children of Captain Grant” and other works related to the name of Captain Nemo are what people read at any age.
- The Bronte sisters (Jen Air, Wuthering Heights, Stranger from Wildfell Hall) are the best authors for girls and girls. Romantic works teach love, femininity, selflessness. These are romance novels that have long become classics. This also includes Jane Austen (Pride and Prejudice) and Daphne du Maurier (Rebecca).
- Jack London. “Martin Eden” is a novel that, of course, is a must-read for all young people. Sea Wolf, Hearts of Three, White Fang are also works worthy of your attention.
- Somerset Maugham. "Theater" is his strongest thing. It is also worth reading “The Burden of Human Passion” and “Moon and Penniless.”
Of course, this is only a small part of the names that can be called on the topic. Separately, you should create another list.
Modern foreign writers
- Stephen King He is called the King of Horrors. And not in vain. However, there is something else in his books that makes him not just another graphomaniac, but a writer with a capital letter. This is psychologism. The books “Carrie”, “IT”, “The Green Mile” and many others have long been recognized as masterpieces.
- John Fowles His "Collector" excited the whole reading world. It is also worth highlighting the work "The Mistress of the French Lieutenant."
- Umberto Eco. The “Name of the Rose” and the “Prague Cemetery” will immerse you not only in the atmosphere of a detective and mysticism, but also in philosophical quests and complex mental throwings.
- Albert Camus. Although the author died in 1960, he can be attributed to modern authors. "Plague", "Outsider", "The Myth of Sisyphus" - one of his most read works.
Tales of foreign writers are also good if their authors are Andersen, the brothers Grimm, Hoffmann, Lewis Carroll, Alan Milne, J. Rodari ...
Reading teaches you to think. Many foreign writers have a special charm of narration. In order to understand it, of course, you must read the work in the original. But even a simple acquaintance with the thoughts and ideas of writers is already a lot.