Shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year
"Beautifully designed and lovingly compiled." ―The Spectator
"This is a fascinating survey of how our nation's literary tastes have altered over the years and makes us wonder anew at what constitutes a 'classic'." ―Country Life
"The perfect gift for bibliophiles" ―The Arts Society UK
"I can't imagine a better or more beautifully presented reference for a book-lover." —Waterstones.com
The Penguin Classics Book is a reader's companion to the largest library of classic literature in the world.
Spanning 4,000 years from the legends of Ancient Mesopotamia to the poetry of the First World War, with Greek tragedies, Icelandic sagas, Japanese epics and much more in between, it encompasses 500 authors and 1,200 books, bringing these to life with lively descriptions, literary connections and beautiful cover designs.
