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5 Timeless Classic Books Every Reader Should Own

5 Timeless Classic Books Every Reader Should Own

Five timeless classics that belong on every bookshelf, from The Alchemist to Crime and Punishment. Curated by Murthy Thevar.

By Murthy Thevar17 May 2026 2 min read
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  • 1. The Alchemist, Paulo Coelho
  • 2. Crime and Punishment, Fyodor Dostoevsky
  • 3. Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen
  • 4. The Metamorphosis, Franz Kafka
  • 5. And Then There Were None, Agatha Christie

Some books never go out of style. These five classics have shaped readers for generations, and each is available on TheBookX at an unbeatable price.

1. The Alchemist, Paulo Coelho

A fable about following your dreams that has sold tens of millions of copies. The perfect first classic. From ₹109.

2. Crime and Punishment, Fyodor Dostoevsky

The Alchemist
Editor's pickThe Alchemistby Paulo Coelho

A reader favourite on TheBookX — free delivery & Cash on Delivery across India.

₹129₹190Grab your copy →

A psychological masterpiece on guilt and redemption. If you love it, explore more Dostoevsky like Notes from Underground. From ₹199.

3. Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen

The original enemies-to-lovers romance, as witty and sharp today as in 1813. From ₹159.

4. The Metamorphosis, Franz Kafka

A surreal, unforgettable novella. Pair it with Kafka's Letters to Milena for his tender, personal side. From ₹109.

Crime and Punishment
Editor's pickCrime and Punishmentby Fyodor Dostoevsky

A reader favourite on TheBookX — free delivery & Cash on Delivery across India.

₹239₹360Grab your copy →

5. And Then There Were None, Agatha Christie

The best-selling mystery of all time, ten strangers, one island, no escape. From ₹159.

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Books featured in this article

The Alchemist
The AlchemistPaulo Coelho₹129₹190Buy now →
Crime and Punishment
Crime and PunishmentFyodor Dostoevsky₹239₹360Buy now →
Notes from Underground
Notes from UndergroundFyodor Dostoevsky₹129₹190Buy now →
Pride and Prejudice
Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen₹189₹280Buy now →
The Metamorphosis
The MetamorphosisFranz Kafka₹129₹190Buy now →
Letters to Milena
Letters to MilenaFranz Kafka₹169₹250Buy now →
And Then There Were None
And Then There Were NoneAgatha Christie₹189₹280Buy now →
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which classic book should I read first?

The Alchemist, it's short, uplifting and accessible, making it the ideal gateway into reading classics.

On this page
  • 1. The Alchemist, Paulo Coelho
  • 2. Crime and Punishment, Fyodor Dostoevsky
  • 3. Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen
  • 4. The Metamorphosis, Franz Kafka
  • 5. And Then There Were None, Agatha Christie
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