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Readers Reveal Most Overrated Classic Books
When I turned twenty, I set a personal reading goal to read 100 classics by the time I turned thirty. I admit, I still have twelve books to go within nine I like to think that I am relatively well-versed in classic literature. So when Reddit user villagewitch3000 asked, "What's the worst 'classic' you've ever read?" I immediately had to see if everyone agreed with me about The Scarlet Letter being one of the most tedious slogs known to classic literature. (The consensus is IS!) Even though I wholeheartedly disagree with some of these reviews, I thought they were too interesting not to share. So without further ado... "Wuthering Heights. Jesus. Heathcliff, mate, just leave her alone. " "Pride and Prejudice. Long-winded drivel, neither funny nor romantic, and without even the redeeming quality of a worthwhile message." "The Scarlet Letter. I hate how Hawthorne spoon-feeds his readers symbolism. We get it. The scarlet letter is a symbol for shame." "Gone with the Wind. Scarlett O'Hara acts ridiculous and insufferable throughout the entire novel. She doesn't care who she has to hurt, just as long as she gets her way." "To Kill a Mockingbird. I thought it was so boring and I was really disappointed. I picked it up expecting that the racism aspect of the story would have a bigger role, but instead I had to read through pages and pages of this little girl's boring life." "The Great Gatsby. I can't stand Fitzgerald's writing style." "Rebecca. It's like, bitch, I do not care about your problems. The only person in this entire mansion that I can relate to is the maid that I'm supposed to hate." "This will probably get some Catcher in the Rye. I honestly could not connect with Holden Caulfield and found him to be somewhat of a whiny, self-indulgent ne'er-do-well." "Crime and Punishment. I just wanted to punch the main character in the face over and over again. And it honestly had zero to do with the fact that he was a murderer. I just hated his personality." "Lolita, hands down. Gross, perverted, and I dreaded picking it back up every time I did. " "Frankenstein. I think my problem was that I was expecting the book to be really different from what it was." "The Alchemist. Ugh. What utter tripe. If this book changed your life, then you must have had a truly horrific life up to that point." "Les Misérables. Not only is it very long, it has seemingly interminable stretches of boredom." "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. It might've been funny or clever when I was 14 and loved Monty Python and thought absurdist British humour was the height of it was awful as an adult." "Anything Tolkien. Reading the man's writing is like trying to ingest a pack of broken light bulbs." "Heart of Darkness is so incredibly boring. I had to read it for three separate classes, and I really tried to like it each time, but I can't stand that book. " "Don Don Quixote." "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Talking about the mechanics of the boat is not fun." "Ulysses. That was work." "Atlas Shrugged. 🙄😴😴😴😴😴" "Moby Dick is one of the most inconsistent books I've ever read. It starts out as a first-person narrative by Ishmael, occasionally interrupted by lengthy speeches and occasional chapters on the anatomy of the sperm whale, and by the end, it shifts to the third person. Then there is maybe a paragraph tacked onto the very end when Melville realizes this was Ishmael's story, so he kinda reverts back to the first person to explain how he could have survived to tell the tale." "The Picture of Dorian Gray. Udder nonsense dressed in off-putting, overly flowery dribble." "Of Mice and Men. Steinbeck just REALLY likes describing scenery, and sometimes I'm just not down to read through ten pages about hills. " "The Grapes of Wrath by Steinbeck. The great depression... pretty much sums how I felt reading it." "One Hundred Years of Solitude. I recall reading it, and I ended up saying, 'That was it? What was all the fuss about?'" "Pretty much anything by Charles Dickens. He came from a time when authors were paid by installment, and it shows." "Brave New World. Didn't find it compelling at all. 1984 on the other hand scared the shit out of me." "The Turn of the Screw. It is supposed to be ambiguous, but I really only see the governess as a loon. " "The Canterbury Tales. Chaucer seems to think the only things that are funny are farts." "I read Slaughterhouse-Five and I don't remember a damn thing about it. " "I hated The Giver. The ending was just deus ex machina wish fulfillment. " "Walden was my 'I can't stand this' book. It almost destroyed my love of reading." "I get why Uncle Tom's Cabin is important, but hoooo boy, that book is a hot mess. Most of the classics I've slogged through are at least objectively well written, but not this one. " "Vanity Fair. I've read it about four times, and I still can't keep up with who is who and what the main character's motive is." "The Yellow Wallpaper. Yeah, I get it. Patriarchy bad. " "The Count of Monte Cristo. It builds up to this lacklustre ending that could've happened chapters ago. I felt I would have been better off watching a Hollywood adaptation loosely based on the original novel." "The Bell Jar. Took it from my university read it." "Toni Morrison's Beloved. Starts off boring, progresses slowly, and tries to be meaningful in places, but it just felt contrived. Then out of nowhere, a supernatural ending that would be more at home in a Sci-fi original movie." Since The Great Gatsby is my favourite book of all time, I am personally offended by those who tell me that Fitzgerald is nothing special. I want to scream, "You try writing such colourful and poetic prose!" So please don't let me down in the comments. Instead, in the comments, tell me the classic literature titles that you could barely get through, and which of the above titles are WRONG to be listed as a "bad classic." And make sure you follow BuzzFeed Canada on TikTok and Instagram for more!
Hindustan Times
13-06-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
‘What does loneliness sound like?'
In 2019, Fay Bound Alberti, a professor of modern history at King's College London, posted the question on X: 'What does loneliness sound like?' The answers were evocative. 'The wind whistling in my chimney.' 'Laughter… in other places.' 'A clicking radiator as it goes on and off.' It is 'a sense of lack [that] can make the belly feel so empty', as she puts it in her book, A Biography of Loneliness: The History of an Emotion (2019). In the book, Alberti, 53, dissects this 'emotion cluster' to reveal its component parts: anger, resentment, sorrow, jealousy, self-pity, shame. Weaving together fragments of popular culture (Wuthering Heights, Twilight, the poetry of Sylvia Plath, the writings of Virginia Woolf) and explorations of identity, belonging and creativity, she traces the history of this modern condition. Alberti has conducted research at the intersection of history, health, medicine and emotions for 25 years. Her previous books include Matters of the Heart: History, Medicine, and Emotion (2010) and This Mortal Coil: The Human Body in History and Culture (2016). In an increasingly fragmented world of wars, intensifying scarcities and escalating divides, she worries that the loneliness problem will only intensify, she says. Excerpts from an interview. What led you to this subject? As a historian of emotion, medicine and the body, I am really interested by how we tend to view emotions as natural phenomena. When I believe they are a product of culture as much as anything else. I experienced loneliness as a child, growing up impoverished and unhappy, on an isolated Welsh hilltop. I became curious then about what the good parts and bad parts of that loneliness were. So, for me, this book is almost like coming home. You write that until the 19th century, loneliness had a meaning closer to solitude… Yes… when William Wordsworth, in 1807, wrote that he 'wandered lonely as a cloud', he just meant that he was alone. It is only since the late-1800s that we start to see the word used to indicate an emotional lack. I believe this has roots in this period of intense industrialisation, urbanisation and a breakdown of traditional communities, in the cities of the Western world. Alternative ways of understanding one's place in the world emerged. There was a shift away from a sense of purpose and meaning tied to the idea of God, and towards individualism and consumer capitalism. Wealth became easier for the average person to accumulate, and this got tangled up with our ideas of self-worth and the worth of others — in ways it had not done before, in the general populace. Globalisation has since spread these ideas around the world. Is there a way out? Are there initiatives you have uncovered in your research that seem to be working? There have been attempts in Sweden to get students to live with elderly people in low-cost accommodation. This has been shown to reduce loneliness. Such an effort could work well in countries with particularly large aging populations, such as South Korea and the UK. There is also the Men's Shed movement in Australia, which aims to address loneliness in men who have retired or face unemployment. They get together for community-based workshops to develop new skills. This stems from the idea that men don't like talking about their feelings. If you put men alongside each other to do something like woodwork, they are more likely to seek connection, find a sense of companionship, and feel a sense of accomplishment too. What I like about this initiative is that it also expands the focus from purely psychological or emotional interventions to activities that engage the body as well. And that's important, because loneliness affects both the body and the mind.
Scottish Sun
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Huge rocker's rarely seen daughter looks totally unrecognisable after shock transformation
The singer prefers to stay away from the limelight NEW LOOK Huge rocker's rarely seen daughter looks totally unrecognisable after shock transformation A HUGE rocker's rarely seen daughter looked totally unrecognisable after her shock transformation. She debuted her new appearance while leaving a hotel alongside Brigitte Calls Me Baby frontman Wes Leavins. 8 A huge rocker's rarely seen daughter looked totally unrecognisable after her shock transformation Credit: Splash 8 Aimee debuted her new slimmed down appearance while leaving a hotel alongside Brigitte Calls Me Baby frontman Wes Leavins Credit: Splash 8 Aimee looked totally different as she left the hotel wrapped in a leather look jacket Credit: Splash The eldest daughter of Ozzy and Sharon Osboune, Aimee. 41, looked completely unrecognisable as she stepped out in Manchester on Sunday. The slimmed down star looked totally different wrapped up in a leather look jacket and jeans as she left the hotel with Wes. While her younger sister Kelly, 40, and her brother Jack, 39, skyrocketed into fame, singer Aimee prefers to live a life away from the spotlight. The Osbournes reality TV show was a huge hit and it gave fans a peek into their lives but Aimee never appeared on the show. Aimee was largely raised in California until the age of 16, however she eventually moved out of the family home as filming for The Osbournes kicked off. She said that she would have liked to stay at home "a little longer" but as the MTV crew moved in the then teenager moved out. Reflecting on her decision to not appear on the show she added: "Back then, I still felt I was trying to figure out who I was in the chaos of family life, so why on earth would I want that portrayed on television? "I wanted to protect myself, my parents, my siblings, too. They were very young, very impressionable." Sharon said on the Talk in 2018: 'She felt too that she didn't want to grow up on camera. She hated the idea — it was appalling to her. 'And so she left at 16 and I regret every day that she did. It broke my heart when she moved." Ozzy Osbourne fights back tears as he thanks wife Sharon for 'saving his life' in appearance at Rock N Roll Hall of Fame In 2003, Aimee featured in the MTV musical adaption of Wuthering Heights. Presently she is the lead singer for pop band ARO, whose first single Raining Gold was released in 2015. Sharon recently sparked concern over her gaunt appearance after being spotted out and about in LA with Aimee. It's after former X Factor judge Sharon, 72, revealed weight loss jab Ozempic is stopping her from gaining weight. The TV personality, who lost 42 pounds with the help of Type 2 diabetes drug, previously revealed she "didn't actually want to go this thin". But the TV star's face looked slimmer than ever, with her jawline incredibly pronounced. Chatting with Howie Mandel, she said in April 2024: "It's not a sin to use Ozempic if you have a weight problem, so why not talk about it?" Howie then asked if the weight loss drug was a positive experience for her. "Yes and no," Sharon replied. She added: "I can't put on weight now, and I don't know what it's done to my metabolism, but I just can't seem to put any on, because I think I went too far." Recently, Ozzy gave fans an update on his farewell Black Sabbath gig this summer. The legendary rocker, 76, is getting ready to bow out of touring forever. As he has had a number health issues over the years which have prevented him going back out on tour. Meanwhile, Danni Minogue has opened up on the time she felt attacked by Graham Norton and Sharon Osbourne. The pop star, 53, described feeling the victim of a "pile on" when she Sharon appeared as a guest on The Graham Norton Show in 2007. 8 Aimee prefers to live a life away from the spotlight Credit: Splash 8 She was rarely seen on the Osbournes reality show Credit: Splash 8 Aimee hated the idea of growing up on camera Credit: Mega 8 Sharon sparked concern at her gaunt look when she was out with her daughter recently Credit: Rex
The Irish Sun
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Huge rocker's rarely seen daughter looks totally unrecognisable after shock transformation
A HUGE rocker's rarely seen daughter looked totally unrecognisable after her shock transformation. She debuted her new appearance while leaving a hotel alongside Brigitte Calls Me Baby frontman Wes Leavins. 8 A huge rocker's rarely seen daughter looked totally unrecognisable after her shock transformation Credit: Splash 8 Aimee debuted her new slimmed down appearance while leaving a hotel alongside Brigitte Calls Me Baby frontman Wes Leavins Credit: Splash 8 Aimee looked totally different as she left the hotel wrapped in a leather look jacket Credit: Splash The eldest daughter of While her Sharon Osbourne Aimee was largely raised in California until the age of 16, however she eventually moved out of the family home as filming for The Osbournes kicked off. She said that she would have liked to stay at home "a little longer" but as the MTV crew moved in the then teenager moved out. Reflecting on her decision to not appear on the show she added: "Back then, I still felt I was trying to figure out who I was in the chaos of family life, so why on earth would I want that portrayed on television ? "I wanted to protect myself, my parents, my siblings, too. They were very young, very impressionable." Most read in Celebrity Sharon said on the Talk in 2018: 'She felt too that she didn't want to grow up on camera. She hated the idea — it was appalling to her. 'And so she left at 16 and I regret every day that she did. It broke my heart when she moved." Ozzy Osbourne fights back tears as he thanks wife Sharon for 'saving his life' in appearance at Rock N Roll Hall of Fame In 2003, Aimee featured in the MTV musical adaption of Wuthering Heights. Presently she is the lead singer for pop band ARO, whose first single Raining Gold was released in 2015. Sharon recently sparked concern over her gaunt appearance after being spotted out and about in LA with Aimee. It's after former X Factor judge Sharon, 72, revealed weight loss jab Ozempic is stopping her from gaining weight. The TV personality, who lost 42 pounds with the help of Type 2 diabetes drug, previously revealed she "didn't actually want to go this thin". But the TV star's face looked slimmer than ever, with her jawline incredibly pronounced. Chatting with Howie Mandel, she said in April 2024: "It's not a sin to use Ozempic if you have a weight problem, so why not talk about it?" Howie then asked if the weight loss drug was a positive experience for her. "Yes and no," Sharon replied. She added: "I can't put on weight now, and I don't know what it's done to my metabolism, but I just can't seem to put any on, because I think I went too far." Recently, Ozzy gave fans an update on his farewell Black Sabbath gig this summer . The legendary rocker, 76, is As he has had a number health issues over the years which have prevented him going back out on tour. Meanwhile, The pop star, 53, described feeling the victim of a "pile on" when she Sharon appeared as a guest on 8 Aimee prefers to live a life away from the spotlight Credit: Splash 8 She was rarely seen on the Osbournes reality show Credit: Splash 8 Aimee hated the idea of growing up on camera Credit: Mega 8 Sharon sparked concern at her gaunt look when she was out with her daughter recently Credit: Rex 8 Ozzy and Sharon with their family Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Hundreds of Kate Bush fans gather Scots city park to recreate Wuthering Heights dance
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HUNDREDS of Kate Bush fans flocked to a park in a Scottish city to recreate the star's Wuthering Heights music video. Fans of the music legend gathered at the Meadows Festival yesterday to celebrate the 1978 song. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Hundreds of people took part in the annual The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever this weekend Credit: Dave Johnston 3 The event pays tribute to Kate Bush, who wrote the song in 1978 Credit: PA:Press Association 3 Fans recreate the dance from the music video to the iconic song Every year, events are held around the world to honour the song, which is based on Emily Brontë's novel of the same name. The first event was held twelve years ago in Brighton when British performance group Shambush came up with the idea in 2013. And this year, people came together to recreate the dance in the song's iconic video in Scotland's capital city. Music fans of all ages dressed in gorgeous, bright red dresses similar to the one that Kate wore in the original video. And many beamed as they were taught the same dance moves while music played in the background. Many women wore long red dresses with black belts, and little girls wore matching outfits and red jumpers with red hairpieces. Some men were even spotted wearing red dresses as well as they got in on the action. The event started at 4pm, giving performers time to get checked in, fix their outfits and collect merchandise before a welcome at 4.30pm. A warm-up then started at 4.35pm before the dance was taught ten minutes later. After a quick water break, the dance started at 5.10pm and attendees performed it twice before posing for a group photo. Strictly legends return to the stage for new tour after huge endorsement from show judge A website was set up ahead of the event, sharing all the details for those who wished to attend. It read: "Welcome to The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever – Edinburgh 2025! "Get ready to dress up in your best red dress and join us for a fun-filled afternoon of dancing and celebrating the iconic music video by Kate Bush. "The event will take place on Saturday, June 7, at 4.30pm as part of the programme at the Meadows Festival. INSTANTLY CAPITVATED KATE Bush wrote her chart-topping song Wuthering Heights whe she was just 18 years old. The hit song was her debut single and became an unexpected number one hit almost 50 years ago back in 1978. It was actually the first song that was written and performed by a female artist to reach the UK top spot. Despite the song being named after Emily Brontë's novel, it wasn't the book itself that inspired Kate, now 66, to write the song. In an interview in 1978, she told the BBC that the broadcaster's 1967 TV series of the story is what gave her the idea. Kate explained that she came across an episode of the telly adaptation and was blown away by it's startling imagery. At the time, she said: "I just managed to catch the very last few minutes where there was a hand coming through the window and blood everywhere and glass. "And I just didn't know what was going on, and someone explained the story." "Let's come together as a community and recreate the magic of the Wuthering Heights dance. "Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!" Pictures and videos of the event have been widely shared on social media, and many flocked to the comments to praise the dancers. One person said: "Wish I was there... great!" Another added: "Omg, I wish I'd been there!" Someone else wrote: "Love it! Well done". And a fourth posted: "That's pretty cool!" While a fifth chimed in: "Wow, this looks fabulous! Well done".
