With the help of booksellers and librarians from around the world, we’ve created this collection of 200 iconic HarperCollins titles—beloved books that have inspired, informed, entertained, and endured.
Whether they are prizewinners, runaway bestsellers, groundbreaking nonfiction, or simply a favorite novel, these books have all had a singular influence on our literary culture.
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A Soldier’s Tale
A devastating and unforgettable tale of love and betrayal set during World War II. This enduring novel has met with critical acclaim for its simple yet powerful prose, has been reprinted many times since its first release, and was made into a movie.
