We all know Charles Dickens wrote A Christmas Carol, Oliver Twist, and Great Expectations. But behind those books was a real person—driven, emotional, a little dramatic, and always on the move (literally). He didn’t just write about big feelings and tough lives—he lived them. Let’s take a walk (maybe a violent walk, like he did) through the things you have to know about this…

Ever wonder why people still read books written hundreds of years ago? You’re not alone. At first glance, classic books might seem old-fashioned or too hard to understand. But once you get into them, you’ll see why they’ve stood the test of time. Here are 7 great reasons to give classic books a chance: 1. They Teach You About the World—Then and Now Classics…

When people say “classic books,” they usually mean stories that have been around for a long time and are still read today. These books are called classics because they stand the test of time. Even though they were written many years ago, people still find them interesting, meaningful, or powerful. So, What Makes a Book a Classic? Here are a few things that make…