1985 Books
From bestselling novels to critically acclaimed works, 1985 was filled with captivating stories that have stood the test of time. In this list, we highlight the most popular books of 1985, celebrating the titles that topped the charts and won the hearts of book lovers everywhere.
![The Cider House Rules]( "The Cider House Rules")
The Cider House Rules
Written by: John Irving
Outline: The Cider House Rules was first published in 1985. It is set in rural Maine during the first half century. The story of Dr.
![The Polar Express]( "The Polar Express")
The Polar Express
Written by: Chris Van Allsburg
Outline: Remember that there is so much wonder in the world. This holiday season, remind yourself to look for it and listen to what it has to say. This limited edition, lavish box set will bring magic to your home and …
![Skeleton Crew]( "Skeleton Crew")
Skeleton Crew
Written by: Stephen King
Outline: Stephen King's brilliant collection of twenty-two stories is a treasure trove of imagination. It contains stories that will take you on paths only Stephen King could have imagined ...?. A supermarket becomes the last place humanity stands against.
![A Light In The Attic]( "A Light In The Attic")
A Light In The Attic
Written by: Shel Silverstein
Outline: While I was thinking here last night, Some Whatifs crawled into my ear. They danced and partied all night. And sang the same old Whatif song: What if I fail that test?
![Love in the Time of Cholera]( "Love in the Time of Cholera")
Love in the Time of Cholera
Written by: Gabriel García Márquez
Outline: Florentino Ariza and Fermina Daza fall deeply in love in their youth, but Fermina chooses to marry another man, leaving Florentino heartbroken. Despite his numerous affairs over the years, Florentino never stops loving Fermina, and after her husband's death, he …
![Perfume: The Story of a Murderer]( "Perfume: The Story of a Murderer")
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer
Written by: Patrick Süskind
Outline: Patrick Suskind's classic novel "Perfume" follows the story of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, a man born with an exceptional sense of smell who becomes obsessed with capturing the scent of a beautiful young virgin, leading him down a dark path of murder …
![The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Other Clinical Tales]( "The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Other Clinical Tales")
The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat and Other Clinical Tales
Written by: Oliver Sacks
Outline: Oliver Sacks' extraordinary book recounts the captivating stories of individuals grappling with neurological disorders, showcasing their remarkable resilience and hidden talents in the face of profound challenges. Through his empathetic and insightful narratives, Sacks presents a deeply human exploration of …
![If You Give a Mouse a Cookie (If You Give...)]( "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie (If You Give...)")
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie (If You Give...)
Written by: Laura Joffe Numeroff
Outline: If a hungry little traveler visits your home, you may want to offer them a cookie. This simple act sets off a chain of events that leaves the young host exhausted, but readers of all ages will delight in the …
![The E-myth Revisited]( "The E-myth Revisited")
The E-myth Revisited
Written by: Michael E. Gerber
Outline: Small business owners can benefit from professional coaching to improve their management skills, increase efficiency, and achieve their goals more effectively.
![Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World]( "Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World")
Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World
Written by: Haruki Murakami
Outline: Haruki Murakami's captivating novel blends diverse elements, including science fiction, detective story, and post-modern manifesto, into a tour de force that explores one man's descent into the Kafkaesque underworld of contemporary Tokyo, seamlessly uniting East and West, tragedy and farce, …
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