A classic novel is a book that has stood the test of time because of its relevance and impact. Some classic novels highlight topics that are still relevant and resonate with people in the modern era.

Author and critic Lincoln Michel talks about Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai's Nobel win and what it shows about who gets recognized in world literature.

Anyone who has taught a college literature course has likely heard a student say, “Can’t I just enjoy the book?” This frustration with literary theory is common. Many undergraduates feel that theory ...