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2. A 20th century classic. Any book first published from 1900 to 1972. All books must have been published at least 50 years ago; the only exceptions are books which were written by 1972 and posthumously published: Martin Eden--Jack London
4. A classic in translation. Any book first published in a language that is not your primary language. You may read it in translation or in its original language, if you prefer:
5. A classic by BIPOC author. Any book published by a non-white author:
6. Mystery/Detective/Crime Classic. It can be fiction or non-fiction (true crime). Examples include Murder on the Orient Express, Crime and Punishment, In Cold Blood:
7. A Classic Short Story Collection. Any single volume that contains at least six short stories. The book can have a single author or can be an anthology of multiple authors: The Quiet Little Woman--Louisa May Alcott
8. Pre-1800 Classic. Anything written before 1800. Plays and epic poems, such as the Odyssey, are acceptable in this category:
9. A Nonfiction Classic. Travel, memoirs, and biographies are great choices for this category:
10. Classic That's Been on Your TBR List the Longest. Find the classic book that's been hanging around unread the longest, and finally cross it off your list!:
11. Classic Set in a Place You'd Like to Visit. Can be real or imaginary -- Paris, Tokyo, the moon, Middle Earth, etc. It can be someplace you've never been, or someplace you'd like to visit again:
12. Wild Card Classic. Any classic you like, any category, as long as it's at least 50 years old!: