Reposted by Amer Anwar
Some odd reactions to this list of the 20th century novels which have sold best in the UK in the last five years. It doesn’t seek to represent literary merit; it’s a fascinating snapshot of where popularity and critical acclaim do and don’t overlap.
thetimes.com
The new modern classics — the nation’s favourite 20th century novels
The Sunday Times reveals Britain’s 50 favourite 20th-century novels, from Stephen King’s Misery to Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale