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I don't really have a point from which on a book is considered a "classic". It's a very fuzzy subject, and I usually go by the generic rule of "if there some obvious work behind a book and it's suitable for school then it most likely goes there". When I realized that most people have different concept of what is a classic and what is not I just decided to avoid using the term altogether in common conversations.

I used to read classic novels. My favorites are Pride and Prejudice ---because of the profound concept of all the characters' personalities and interaction all together. And also the fact that I simply just admire how the female protagonist can go beyond her time. ---and Wuthering Heights, until now I still have mixed feelings regarding with Heathcliff's characterization and his ending. And I just love the tragic romance in the dark creepy moors. haha. I have all the Bronte sister's novels too. I started reading classic novels when my uncle bought me a copy of Jane Eyre. Afterwards I went to Jane Austen's novels and some from Dickens. My favorite Dickens novel is Oliver Twist.

If I were to have some spare time, I would love to read classics again. I just enjoy engaging to the world in that time. I also must admit that I have memorize a lot of lines from P&P and Wuthering Heights.

As of this year, they re-published an interesting graphical versions of the covers for classic books to get the attention of young readers. I forgot where I have read the article.

I thought classics were literature that came from the classicism period? OH MAN people probably have already said that though.

I guess I'm more of a neoclassicism person because those books are easier to read (given that they were printed at a later date) and can be something I relate to.

Joe wrote:I thought classics were literature that came from the classicism period? OH MAN people probably have already said that though.

I guess I'm more of a neoclassicism person because those books are easier to read (given that they were printed at a later date) and can be something I relate to.

Classics in a literary sense aren't limited to the 17th century period of Classicism, they may slot into a broad spectrum of high art and literary canons that can span a variety of time periods and movements. Though I have to reiterate that what defines classic literature = all kinds of crazy-ass subjective, even in academic circles.

When I think of Classic literature, I think of things that are well-known and engraved into our society. Some examples would be Alice in Wonderland, The Raven, Moby Dick, and the like. (But you can let me know if I'm really off base here.) I am a fan of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and CS Lewis, I would consider both these writers to be classical.

As Shiori stated: Though I have to reiterate that what defines classic literature = all kinds of crazy-ass subjective, even in academic circles. Does this have anything to do with when people go: "OMG THAT xxxx IS TOTALLY A CLASSIC!"

Super late reply to Dubious: I can definitely scan some of God's Man for you! The artwork is brilliant.

Destinie wrote:As Shiori stated: Though I have to reiterate that what defines classic literature = all kinds of crazy-ass subjective, even in academic circles. Does this have anything to do with when people go: "OMG THAT xxxx IS TOTALLY A CLASSIC!"

It's more disagreements between literature academics about what constitutes a classic, rather than the feelings of the lay community. Most people honestly don't give a damn about classic literature arguments and with good reason -- that shit is boring. Also endless because lol subjectivity. I figure if you find a work interesting, classic or not, that's what's most important overall.