What Iconic Novels Are Published By Faber Books?

Books by Faber: While considering books published by Faber, some prominent novels include The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath and The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt. The Bell Jar is one of the most famous novels written by Sylvia Plath, the iconic American novelist. Her portrayal of her struggles with mental illness in the novel has influenced many women all over the world, and the novel remains relevant to this day. The Goldfinch, on the other hand, is known for its intricate storyline and beautiful language. It is a novel that explores the themes of loss and search for beauty in the darkest of times. Both the novels are so immersive that the reader can get lost in them. Each of the novels by Faber has a distinct position in literary world.

The two very different novels that come to mind as having been outstanding publications by Faber Books are ‘The Remains of the Day’ by the Japanese novelist, now resident in the UK, Kazuo Ishiguro and ‘The Catcher in the Rye’ by the American novelist, J.D. Salinger. ‘The Remains of the Day’ is a beautifully constructed novel that explores the intersection of duty, regret and the passing of time. Set against the backdrop of post World War II England, the novel follows the life of Stevens, the retired butler of a large estate, as he travels across the English countryside reflecting on the decisions he made in his life.

Of course, another highly celebrated novel is ‘The Catcher in the Rye’ by J.D. Salinger. The story of teenage Holden Caulfield who is unable to find his place in the world of mostly ‘phony’ people has, for so many readers, defined the so-called ‘coming-of-age’ story so beautifully. The struggles of Holden Caulfield are also very recognizable to us who, in our teenage years, have also felt awkward and displaced in the world. The novel wonderfully depicts the intricacies of this life stage and so purely and clearly. Consequently, many discussions arise around the novel and sometimes become very heated – however, that just adds to the charm of ‘The Catcher in the Rye’!

Their authors include so many influential and famous poets and writers, including some of those who have made the greatest impact on modern poetry such as Ted Hughes and Philip Larkin. For example, Ted Hughes’ ‘Birthday Letters’ is a deeply, hauntingly personal exploration of his relationship with the brilliant poet Sylvia Plath, frequently returning to certain lines which always really get me thinking long after I have finished reading the book. Each Faber book is like a sparkler to add to the vast array of already outstanding literature and I am consistently delighted by each new release.

And many of these works have been created in the modern era, by the likes of other successful authors and poets, for example, ‘Never Let Me Go’ by another highly renowned author, Kazuo Ishiguro. The way that Ishiguro merges Sci-Fi with real human emotions is absolute genius and he questions deeply important questions of humanity in his work, to the point where they keep me up at night! Faber Books have an immense library of some of the greatest works ever written that anyone can get lost in and enjoy. Whether they’re classics or brand new releases, Faber Books have tons of treasures for any reader.