Can you name some of the best literary novels in history?

For beginners, 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is a great start. It's a classic mystery thriller with a simple yet engaging plot. The isolated setting and the way the characters are gradually eliminated creates a lot of suspense.

One could consider 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde as a second best in some ways. It's a great novel with a fascinating exploration of beauty, morality, and decadence, but compared to some of the truly 'greatest' novels, it may not have the same level of comprehensive acclaim.

Then there's 'Moby - Dick' by Herman Melville. It's not just a story about a whale hunt but also a profound exploration of obsession, fate, and the human condition. Captain Ahab's single - minded pursuit of the white whale is a central and memorable aspect.

Sure. 'The Glorious Cause' by Jeff Shaara is a great choice. It's a historical novel that follows the events of the Revolutionary War from multiple perspectives. It gives a comprehensive view of the war, from the political maneuverings to the actual battles.

Sure. Napoleon and Josephine had an interesting love story. Napoleon was smitten with Josephine and their relationship had a great impact on his rise to power. But later, due to her inability to bear him an heir, their relationship faced difficulties. Still, their early days of love were full of passion and mutual admiration.

Sure. There's Abelard and Heloise. Abelard was a famous philosopher and Heloise was his student. They fell in love and had a relationship that was considered scandalous at the time. Their story is filled with passion, secrecy, and ultimately great sorrow when they were forcibly separated.

Heer Ranjha is a well - known love story from Punjabi folklore. Heer, a beautiful young woman, and Ranjha, a wandering minstrel, fell in love. Their love faced many obstacles, including family opposition, but their story has been passed down through generations as a classic love tale.

Sure. 'All Quiet on the Western Front' is a classic. It shows the brutal reality of World War I from the perspective of a German soldier. It's a very moving and thought - provoking book.

The American Revolution can be seen as an underdog story. The American colonies were up against the powerful British Empire. They had fewer resources, less military training, and a smaller population. But through their will to be independent, strategic alliances, and guerilla - style warfare, they managed to defeat the British and gain their independence.

One popular 'breaking history novel' is 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel. It offers a new look at the life of Thomas Cromwell in the Tudor period.