One of the best - selling novels in the 70s was 'The Exorcist' by William Peter Blatty. It was a horror novel that scared a whole generation and was also made into a very successful movie. Another was 'Jonathan Livingston Seagull' by Richard Bach, which was a kind of spiritual fable about a seagull that wanted more out of life than just the daily search for food.
Well, 'Catch - 22' by Joseph Heller was a best - seller in the 60s. It was a satirical and darkly humorous look at the absurdity of war. Also, 'Fahrenheit 451' by Ray Bradbury was quite popular. It was a dystopian novel that explored themes of censorship and the power of books. And don't forget 'Lord of the Flies' by William Golding, which told the story of a group of boys stranded on an island and the breakdown of society among them.
Some of the best selling children's novels include 'Charlotte's Web' by E.B. White. It tells the beautiful story of a pig named Wilbur and his friendship with a spider, Charlotte. Another is 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' by C.S. Lewis, which takes children on an adventure to the magical land of Narnia through a wardrobe. 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling is also extremely popular, following the adventures of a young wizard, Harry Potter, and his friends at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
Well, in the 1960s, 'Valley of the Dolls' by Jacqueline Susann was a huge hit. Also, 'The Godfather' by Mario Puzo gained significant popularity during that decade.
In the 60s, 'Valley of the Dolls' by Jacqueline Susann and 'The Godfather' by Mario Puzo were among the best-sellers. 'Valley of the Dolls' explored themes of female identity and success, while 'The Godfather' offered a gritty look into the criminal underworld.
The list of best-selling children's novels may vary by region and culture, but here are some of the most popular children's novels around the world:
1. The Harry Potter series, written by K Rowling of the United States, has become one of the most popular magic novel series in the world.
2 The Little Prince-From France, it is considered an eternal children's book. It tells the story of a little prince traveling from his own planet to other planets.
3. The Adventures of Tom and Jerry series-created by America Lee. This series includes many interesting stories about the adventures of two good friends on a deserted island.
4 " Magic Card Shūka Sakura "-A manga and animation created by Japanese manga artist Hiroko Hauno has become one of the world's children's books. This story was about a young girl's magic card, which contained many magic and fantasy elements.
Grimm's Fairy Tales-A collection of fairy tales created by Germany's Glinburg, which includes many classic fairy tales such as Little Red Riding Hood and Cinderella.
These books were not only children's favorites, but also classic works that many adults liked to read.
Well, one characteristic is the use of complex family dynamics. In India, families are large and multi - faceted, and this provides a great source for mystery. Mysterious disappearances or murders within a family are common plot devices. Another is the incorporation of local languages and dialects, which adds authenticity. The mystery novels also tend to explore social issues like caste discrimination, poverty, and gender inequality while still maintaining the mystery element. For instance, a mystery might be linked to a social injustice that the protagonist tries to uncover. And they often have a vivid description of the Indian landscape, be it the deserts of Rajasthan or the backwaters of Kerala, which sets the mood for the mystery.
Once upon a time in India, there were children who noticed the lovely orchids. They knew that orchids were quite valuable and thought they could collect and sell them to get some rupees. But they didn't realize that collecting wild orchids without permission was wrong. A kind old man in the village told them stories of how the orchids were important for the ecosystem, and that they should be left alone in their natural habitat.
'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens was also very popular in 2022. This novel combines elements of mystery, coming - of - age, and nature. It tells the story of a girl growing up in the marshes, and there's also a murder mystery at the heart of the story which keeps readers hooked.
Another one was 'Educated' by Tara Westover. This memoir was widely read as it told a very unique and inspiring story of her journey from a very restricted upbringing in a survivalist family to getting an education. It was a story that many could relate to in terms of self - discovery and the power of education.