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1927 Books

From bestselling novels to critically acclaimed works, 1927 was filled with captivating stories that have stood the test of time. In this list, we highlight the most popular books of 1927, celebrating the titles that topped the charts and won the hearts of book lovers everywhere.

To the Lighthouse
Written by: Virginia Woolf
Outline: The Ramsay family, including Mrs. Ramsay, Mr. Ramsay, and their children, are on vacation on the Isle of Skye, where Woolf explores the intricate dynamics of family life and the tensions between men and women. Through the seemingly minor postponement …
Steppenwolf
Written by: Hermann Hesse
Outline: This poetical self-portrait explores the duality of a man's nature, torn between his human and wolf-like qualities. Hesse's philosophical exploration of the humanization of a misanthropic character also serves as a call for introspection and a critique of intellectual hypocrisy …
Gandhi: An Autobiography
Written by: Mahatma Gandhi
Outline: Mohandas K. Gandhi's autobiography recounts his life and development of nonviolent resistance, which inspired the Indian independence movement and other 20th-century nonviolent struggles. Sissela Bok encourages adopting Gandhi's experimental approach to bring about change in our lives and communities. All …
Being and Time
Written by: Martin Heidegger
Outline: This seminal work has had a profound impact on various fields, including philosophy, literature, and psychology, and has significantly shaped the intellectual landscape of the modern era.
In Search of Lost Time
Written by: Marcel Proust
Outline: This monumental novel, "In Search of Lost Time," is a captivating portrait of France during the author's lifetime, as well as a profound exploration of the nature of art, love, time, memory, and death. The novel, which took shape in …
Death Comes for the Archbishop
Written by: Willa Cather
Outline: Willa Cather's renowned novel chronicles the epic and almost mythical journey of a single life lived simply in the vast, silent southwestern desert. In 1851, Father Jean Marie Latour is appointed as the Apostolic Vicar to New Mexico, where he …
The Bridge of San Luis Rey
Written by: Thornton Wilder
Outline: This new edition of Thornton Wilder's acclaimed novel "The Bridge of San Luis Rey" features previously unpublished notes and documentary material, as well as a new afterword by Tappan Wilder. The novel, which won the Pulitzer Prize in 1928, follows …
Amerika
Written by: Franz Kafka
Outline: Kafka's first and funniest novel, "Amerika," follows the story of a young immigrant, Karl Rossmann, who is sent to America by his parents to redeem himself, only to be swept up in a whirlwind of unexpected adventures and reversals, despite …
Sherlock Holmes: The Complete Novels and Stories, Volume I
Written by: Arthur Conan Doyle
Outline: Sherlock Holmes, the iconic fictional detective created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, has captivated readers for over a century. This comprehensive collection includes all 56 short stories and 4 novels featuring the eccentric genius and his adventures in solving baffling …
The Complete Sherlock Holmes, Volume I
Written by: Arthur Conan Doyle
Outline: Sherlock Holmes, the eccentric and ingenious fictional detective, has captivated readers worldwide through his novels and short stories, where he combines meticulous observation and brilliant deduction to solve the most perplexing crimes. Volume I of The Complete Sherlock Holmes includes …
The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes (Sherlock Holmes, #9)
Written by: Arthur Conan Doyle
Outline: This final collection of Sherlock Holmes adventures features the detective and his companion Dr. Watson solving twelve intriguing cases that challenge their skills and provide readers with thrilling mysteries. The stories involve various puzzles, from an illustrious client and a …
Unnatural Death (Lord Peter Wimsey, #3)
Written by: Dorothy L. Sayers
Outline: Agatha Dawson, a wealthy woman, dies unexpectedly, and Lord Peter Wimsey suspects foul play, leading him to investigate further, only to face another murder, that of Agatha's maid. Wimsey must navigate an intricate trail of horror and senseless murder, spanning …
Hills Like White Elephants
Written by: Ernest Hemingway
Outline: Ernest Hemingway's short story "Hills Like White Elephants" is a masterful exploration of the unspoken emotions between a couple waiting for a train in rural Spain. Hemingway's minimalist style and ability to convey profound subtext have cemented his status as …
Men Without Women
Written by: Ernest Hemingway
Outline: This audiobook collection features some of Nobel laureate Ernest Hemingway's most acclaimed short stories, showcasing his renowned concise language and powerful prose. While the original text reflects the prejudiced beliefs of its era, this unedited recording preserves the literary history, …