Jeff J.Redford
What are your favorite books of all time?Answer
When you think back on every book you've ever read, what are some of your favorites? These can be from any time of your life – books that resonated with you as a kid, ones that shaped your personality as a teen, or ones that inspired you. Whatever conditions you want. These are your favorites after all.
2015 • 1,884 Readers • 720 pages • 4.1
1993 • 8 Readers • 460 pages • 4
Why this book?
Grand collection of short stories. Some of them precursors of books to come…Read and re-read many times. Great fun!
1960 • 4,286 Readers • 323 pages • 4.2
Why this book?
Have there ever been more beloved characters then Atticus, Scout and Jem? This book is filled memorable characters. For the longest time it looked as thought Harper Lee had a classic one off….A remarkable achievement! The movie is also a classic!
1852 • 287 Readers • 682 pages • 4
Why this book?
One of the most incredible novels penned by Dickens. Memorable characters in a complex set of circumstances and stories…and even one character that self-immolates!
1922 • 1,358 Readers • 152 pages • 3.9
Why this book?
A journey…search for meaning….a simple story, elegantly told. Worth many re-reads!
1849 • 575 Readers • 882 pages • 4
#1 of 1 in The Christmas Books of Charles Dickens
195 • 1,136 Readers • 112 pages • 4.1
Why this book?
The Classic Christina’s story from a Master of storytelling! Mans ability the change! Great characters and has various Movie adaptations as well as a multitude of books derived from the original. Alastair Sim….as Scrooge….Remarkable!
3 Les Classiques illustrés
1847 • 912 Readers • 191 pages • 3.7
Why this book?
A classic from my childhood…fastination with Pirates, (and Dinosaurs)…Long John Silver…Now caricatured as the Pirate icon….peg leg and Parrot included…A great adventure for anyone!
1989 • 445 Readers • 79 pages • 4.1
Why this book?
Absolutely loved this book…I think of Irving as a modern day Dickens. Such a grand array of remarkable and unforgettable charcuterie…Have re-read and listened to this book many times
1978 • 327 Readers • 610 pages • 4
#2 of 3 in The Civil War Trilogy
1974 • 130 Readers • 369 pages • 4.2
Why this book?
History brought to life. These characters actually existed of course but Sahara brings them into focus in all their humanity. If you love civil war history here is a book for you to enjoy again and again.
1990 • 361 Readers • 54 pages • 4.2
#2 of 6 in Winnie-the-Pooh
1926 • 50 Readers • 512 pages • 4.4
Why this book?
Loved this and House at Pooh Corner. My Great-Grandmother read this to me while she was recovering from surgery at our house. Great memories!
Why this book?
Introduced in my early grade school education. Captivating rhymes and such imaginative cartoony illustration. Set my young imagination on fire. Love me some Dr. Seuss.
1839 • 79 Readers • 831 pages • 3.9
2002 • 1,718 Readers • 290 pages • 3.8
Why this book?
Read this in one sitting. As close as anyone has come to reavealing what it’s like to be autistic. Spellbinding. Could not put it down.
#1 of 6 in Asian Saga: Chronological Order
1975 • 771 Readers • 1,218 pages • 4.2
Why this book?
One of the first Door Stop novels I ever tackled. A totally different culture in a totally different era. Compelling and beautifully written. A grand ride.
1964 • 25 Readers • 79 pages • 4.5
Why this book?
Read this book when it came out…love the format…unlike any I had experienced up to that time. The correction of the love letter is priceless and tragic…a great read. The movie is good…especially Sandy Dennis..but the book is another experience.