What are some well - known classic children's novels?

Well, 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' by Roald Dahl is a great classic English children's novel. It takes us on a tour of Willy Wonka's amazing chocolate factory with Charlie Bucket. Then there's 'A Little Princess' by Frances Hodgson Burnett. The story of Sara Crewe, who remains a kind - hearted princess even in difficult circumstances. Also, 'The Wind in the Willows' by Kenneth Grahame, with its charming tales of Mole, Rat, Toad and Badger.

Some classic children's stories include 'The Ugly Duckling' which is about a duckling that is different from the others and is made fun of, but in the end, it turns out to be a beautiful swan. 'Three Little Pigs' is also a popular one. Three pigs build houses of different materials to protect themselves from the big bad wolf. The one with the brick house is the smartest and survives the wolf's attacks. And 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears' where a little girl enters the bears' house and tries their things until the bears come home.

Charles Dickens' 'The Old Curiosity Shop' is also from the 1840s. It features the adventures of Little Nell and her grandfather. Dickens uses this story to depict the harsh realities of poverty and the seedy underside of Victorian society.

Another one might be 'Absalom, Absalom!' by William Faulkner. Faulkner's work is known for its complex narrative structure. This novel delves deep into the history of a Southern family, exploring themes of race, family secrets, and the past's influence on the present.

One of the well - known 1866 classic novels could be 'Crime and Punishment' by Fyodor Dostoevsky. It delves deep into the psyche of a man who commits a crime and his moral and psychological turmoil. Another might be 'Journey to the Center of the Earth' by Jules Verne which takes readers on an exciting adventure beneath the earth's surface.

The 1934 classic 'Now in November' by Josephine Johnson is worth mentioning. It tells the story of a family's struggle during the Great Depression. It gives an in - depth look at the hardships faced by ordinary people during that difficult economic time. Additionally, 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' by James M. Cain was also from that era. It's a noir - ish story full of passion, crime, and moral ambiguity.

One of the most famous classic 1818 novels is 'Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus' by Mary Shelley. It's a remarkable work that delves into themes of creation, responsibility, and the nature of humanity. The story of Victor Frankenstein creating a monster and the consequences that follow is both terrifying and thought - provoking.

I think 'Le Morte d'Arthur' is also quite famous. It's a compilation of Arthurian tales that gives a comprehensive view of the Arthurian world. It includes stories of Arthur's knights, their quests, and the fall of Camelot.

One example could be 'Out of the Dust' by Karen Hesse. It's set during the Dust Bowl in Oklahoma and tells a poignant story through the eyes of a young girl. Another is 'Where the Red Fern Grows' by Wilson Rawls. It takes place in the Oklahoma countryside and is about a boy and his two hunting dogs. The Oklahoma setting in these novels often adds a unique flavor to the stories, with its own landscapes, cultures, and histories.

Charles Dickens. He was very productive during this time. His works like 'David Copperfield' are very famous. Dickens was known for his vivid descriptions of the social conditions of the time, especially the hardships faced by the poor in London.