Description
Every April 23, the book takes a leading role in the world of letters, as its international day is celebrated with the presentation speech, as well as authors. Undoubtedly, throughout history, much has been the literature that has marked a before and after. In the five continents, great writers of the stature of Homer, Shakespeare, or Miguel de Cervantes have left a great legacy to humanity with their works. But do you know what other books are considered "the most read in the world"? Well, here we mention the most relevant.
What is the origin of this celebration?
To tell the truth, World Book Day had its origin on November 15, 1995, as a way of paying tribute to great universal writers such as Miguel de Cervantes, Garcilaso de la Vega, Williams Shakespeare, Vlamidir Nabkov, Josep Pla, Manuel Mejías Vallejo, among others.
It was through UNESCO that it was decreed on April 23 since on that date the birth or death of these illustrious figures of literature is celebrated. This was achieved thanks to the collaboration of the International Union of Publishers and whose aim was not only to promote culture and letters in the world but also to find a way to protect copyright property.
The most read books in the world
- The Bible
Yes, just as a famous politician has been the most universal and sold book in the world. Its influence has been unquestionable and today it remains one of the most important and influential on the entire planet.
- The Iliad, by Homer
Considered one of the great literary works of all time, where all the cultural and social history of ancient Greece is mixed, with mythological characters wrapped in a fascinating love story.
- Complete Works, by Williams Shakespeare
All his literary work is universal. Translated into almost all languages and performed in the best stages and theaters around the world.
- Don Quixote de la Mancha, by Miguel de Cervantes
This masterful work of Spanish literature has been translated into many languages. Full of great genius, it has managed to captivate readers of all ages.
- Harry Poter, the JKRowling
This book has been a revolution. With almost 400 million copies sold, it is among the most sought after and accepted by young and old.
- Ana Frank's diary
One of the most poignant and sobering stories, told by a girl during the Nazi extermination. It has been translated into many languages around the world.
- One Hundred Years of Solitude, by Gabriel García Márquez
He was the winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature. It has been considered a true masterpiece of Latin American and universal literature.