1 "War and Peace" by Leo Tolstoy – Known for its length and intellectual reputation.
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2 "Ulysses" by James Joyce – Often touted as a literary masterpiece but hard to read.
8 Books People Claim To Have Read Just To Sound Cool
3 "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville – A classic many claim to have read but few actually finish.
8 Books People Claim To Have Read Just To Sound Cool
4 "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger – A must-read for "rebellious" literature lovers.
8 Books People Claim To Have Read Just To Sound Cool
5 "1984" by George Orwell – Popular for its political themes, often used to seem socially aware.
8 Books People Claim To Have Read Just To Sound Cool
6 "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald – A short, iconic novel often cited by wannabe literary critics.
8 Books People Claim To Have Read Just To Sound Cool
7 "Infinite Jest" by David Foster Wallace – Known for its complexity and length, often used to appear intellectually superior.
8 Books People Claim To Have Read Just To Sound Cool
8 "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen – Frequently referenced to seem cultured and romantic.
8 Books People Claim To Have Read Just To Sound Cool
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