Whether you want to appear more intellectual or your parents want prevent summer slide from happening, these classic books are a great way to learn how to read challenging passages (for the SAT prep you know is coming) and write like a true sophisticate. At the Library of Congress, you can find many free, online classics. Here are some of our recommendations:
Aesop’s Fables
You’ve probably heard of some of these stories. Aesop’s Fables is a collection of short, moral-teaching stories that were written by a slave who lived in ancient Greece. The Library of Congress has a beautiful copy of this book, complete with detailed and intricate drawings. These stories, including The Lion & the Mouse and The Town Mouse & the Country Mouse are a fun way to pass the time.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, written by Mark Twin (also known as Samuel Langhorne Clemens) is a story about morality, adventure, and a the pre-Civil War South. This tale is one that you won’t be quick to forget, and the Library of Congress has blessed us with a crisp, clean eBook containing this very story.
The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland
You probably know this story from the animated Disney movie, but to be a real scholar, you should also read the book. This story is about Alice, a young lady who falls down a rabbit hole and finds herself in a crazy, fantastic world that defies the laws of logic. To find out more, read this book!
