Just because a book is praised today, doesn’t mean this was always so. Many beloved classic novels were ignored or criticised when they were initially released.
I’ve found five works of fiction from the 19th century that struggled to find an audience when first published but are now considered to be classics. Each of these novels challenged the conventions and sensibilities of the time and was poorly received. Yet, as the years passed, readers and critics began to recognise their groundbreaking themes, innovative structures and lasting impact, elevating each one to its rightful place as a masterpiece. What do you think of these titles?
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