The best books for compulsory reading: kinds of literature

Books for compulsory reading are one of the most important problems in modern pedagogical education. The matter is that it is very difficult to decide which literature should be read to schoolchildren in view of the huge number of works of art, and also because in modern society each school often makes up its own training program.

School literature

Familiarization with domestic and foreign classics in educational institutions is a rather laborious process. It is very difficult to master the main works of writers in one academic year. Therefore, teachers often decide for themselves which books, which are obligatory for reading, should be studied in class. Usually the choice falls on the most famous works of authors and poets. At the same time, due to the need to save time, teachers are limited to the most significant works.

The main kind of literature studied in schools is, of course, a classic. Students pass the most famous works of world and national literature. Unfortunately, very often teachers are forced to ignore very large and significant works, for example Shakespeare's plays, either they are not studied at all, or they are read very superficially. Russian books, which are obligatory for reading, occupy a more important place in the educational program. At school it is obligatory to read: from poetry - the novel "Eugene Onegin", the poem "Mtsyri"; From the prose - novels "Crime and Punishment", "War and Peace", "Quiet Flows the Don".

The problems of the educational program for the study of classics

Of course, in school lessons preference is given to the domestic classics, but in this case, all the same, schoolchildren receive only the most general idea of our prose and poetry. In general, the educational program on literature is very complicated because of the very specifics of the subject. After all, the study of this subject is directly related to artistic creativity and therefore requires a special approach. Traditionally, since the Soviet era, a certain list of works has been formed, which should be studied in educational institutions. Mandatory books for reading at school should reflect the main directions and achievements in Russian literature, from the XVIII century to our time.

Children's books

With the above problem is closely related to the choice of the best books for the child. After all, children's age is the time when interests and impressions are the strongest, so parents have a task to choose a product that would put children in love for prose and poetry. In this case, the most optimal kind of literature, of course, is a fairy tale. Magic stories, unusual characters, fascinating narration will not leave any child indifferent. It is best to introduce the child to Russian folk tales, songs, legends, legends and epic stories. This will allow children at a sensually emotional level to feel love for the history and the past of our country. As an example, the following fairy tales for obligatory reading: "Morozko", "Vasilisa the Beautiful", about Ivan Tsarevich and the Gray Wolf, Sister Alyonushka and Brother Ivanushka.

Cognitive books for the child

Another type of literature, the most acceptable for reading in childhood, is works of cognitive nature. Little children love stories about nature, plants, animals, as well as interesting information about different countries, etc. It should be borne in mind that books that are compulsory for reading to children are a special kind of literature aimed at developing the cognitive and creative abilities of a child. Therefore, it is possible to offer children not only works, but also riddles, puzzles, crossword puzzles and other interesting exercises in order to teach young children to think activity. As an example, we can name the works of Bianki and Nosov.

"Female" genres in literature

Books that are mandatory for reading to women are, as a rule, romance novels, satirical and humorous detectives, perhaps adventure-adventure works. Here you can also include scientific and cognitive literature, light prose and poetry. Very popular are the works of Dontsova, Ustinova, who write in a very fascinating and original form. This style of presentation, perhaps, especially, is popular among representatives of the beautiful half of humanity.

A list of books that are mandatory for reading for women can be supplemented by the prose of such well-known writers as A. Christie, S. Bronte, D. Austin. Their prose has a deep drama and a sharp plot, which will be especially fascinating for young girls and for adult wives and mothers. And, finally, we should separately say about poetry. Here, first of all, it is necessary to mention the remarkable poems of A. Akhmatova and M. Tsvetaeva, which, in their sound, are best suited for a female audience. Among these works can be recommended novels "Jane Eyre", "Consuelo", "Pride and Prejudice", "Town."

"Male" literature

Books that are mandatory for reading to men - this is perhaps one of the most difficult questions: the problems of choice in this case are particularly acute. The range of works written in various genres by domestic and foreign writers is quite wide. Here you can name and detectives, and adventure literature, and science fiction, and adventurous prose, and many others.

In addition, in this list, you can name and literature of an applied nature: work on technology, repair work, complex computer technology, construction and other industries. Since men often have such hobbies as fishing, hunting, they can offer work on the installation of fishing equipment, guns, cars. Also, men may be interested in works of an analytical nature: political, economic, social and, finally, scientific monographs.

To this list, you can add cognitive literature: for example, general work on history, social science, economics and others. Perhaps, many will be interested in work on bodybuilding. Modern men show interest in business, so some interesting literature on companies, trade and entrepreneurship is very relevant these days. For men, compulsory books are "In the trenches of Stalingrad," "Hot Snow," "Three Comrades," "The Old Man and the Sea," "For Whom the Bell Tolls."

Classic literature

At the present time, the most acute issue is that it is necessary to make a single unified list, which would include all necessary books that are mandatory for reading. Classics, undoubtedly, ranks first among a vast amount of literature. Of course, in the first place, preference is given to the works of domestic authors. Traditionally studied Russian poets of the XIX century (Pushkin, Lermontov, Fet and others), as well as major prose writers who wrote complex monumental novels. For example, be sure to read the "Cherry Orchard", "Three Sisters", "Smoke", "Hero of Our Time".

However, the problem is that foreign classics can not be forgotten either. Unfortunately, schoolchildren in the class almost completely get no idea about what was Western European and American literature, not to mention the writings of eastern authors. Meanwhile, such books expand the outlook of students, maybe even more and more efficiently than the Internet. In addition, classical literature forms a worldview, instills a love for reading, an interest in complex philosophical questions, teaches us to reflect. The following books are obligatory for reading from the classics: "Three Musketeers", "Hamlet", "Othello", "Ivanhoe", "Shagreen Skin", "Fathers and Sons" and others.

The Importance of Classics

Among the works of classical literature for reading, one should first of all mention those books that reflect their era to the greatest extent and are really a new word in culture. In due time the following genres were distinguished : historical, sci-fi, realistic novels, utopian works, fantastic literature, modern analogue of which is fantasy, detectives. For reading required books such as "Queen Margot", "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", "Germinal", "Lord of the Rings".

It is necessary to remember the importance of studying classical literature precisely at school age, since at that time the foundations of the worldview of students are laid. For this, historical novels and novellas, such as Pushkin's Captain's Daughter, are of particular importance. This work can best inculcate love and interest in the past, in the history of Russia. Books that are mandatory for reading in this genre should be studied in the context of the specific features of the development of Russian prose in general.

General characteristics of fiction, popular science literature

The proposed list should include those works that every educated person should know. In this case, it will again be about the classics, but, in addition, it is necessary to mention the cognitive work of various scientists. Among the works of fiction, it is necessary first of all to name the major novels of the most famous prose writers, who really contributed a lot to the development of Russian prose (Gogol, Dostoevsky, Turgenev and others). Their works - this is a whole milestone, an era in the development of Russian culture. Must read: "Dead Souls", "Idiot", "Asya", "Noble's Nest".

Of the foreign classics, it is first of all necessary to mention those authors who stood at the origins of the origin of the leading genres in literature. For example, Shakespeare is rightly considered the founder of the dramaturgic genre in writing plays for the theater. To the new types of European literature can be attributed to the above types of genres, which should be familiar to any educated person.

Literature for all

Books that are mandatory for reading to everyone should include not only fiction, but also popular science and cognitive works. For example, to get acquainted with the history of Russia, you can read the works of Karamzin ("History of the Russian State"), to get general ideas about philosophy, you can get acquainted with the works of leading authors in this field (Hegel "Philosophy of History").

As for contemporary literature, acquaintance with it is also desirable for every reading person. Those who lead an active social life, should be familiar with at least the main book novelties that appear on the shelves. One of the most fashionable genres in our day (especially for teenagers) is the genre of fantasy. Works written in this style, gaining increasing popularity among young people.

Entertainment literature

Books for compulsory reading do not have to be serious. Very often, works of light character are perfectly suitable for reading even to serious people with strict and exacting taste. For example, magazine editions or almanacs, collections devoted to any sports or entertainment event, will decorate any bookshelf.

As for the youth, now fashionable catalogs are gaining popularity on various aspects of economic or cultural life. Undoubtedly, when choosing literature, it is necessary to bear in mind these works. These works are good because they are suitable for both adults and young people. However, at the present time such publications are slowly but surely mastering the electronic space and going online, which is very good on the one hand, since this increases their accessibility to the mass reader, and on the other hand, consumers lose interest in acquiring this product.

List of necessary literature

Books for compulsory reading come in a variety of lists, the authors of which offer their own versions of those works that any educated person should know. The most known is the list of works that was compiled for schoolchildren, taking into account the peculiarities of the development of the literature of peoples involved in the history of the Russian Federation.

In addition to it, on the expanses of the network one can find a list of 100 books that are mandatory for reading. Each compiler offers his version of the literature, which, in his opinion, should be read. All these lists, with all their diversity, are united by one common feature: the desire to embrace the most significant and outstanding works of past centuries and modern times. At the same time, the authors try to take into account both the best prose and poetry of domestic authors and foreign ones.

Preferences of modern readers

An interesting study was conducted by a modern sociologist as to which types and genres of literature are currently most popular among young and middle-aged people. Based on a thorough research of social networks, he came to the conclusion that recently reading public is fond of fantasy and action-packed detectives. This indicator is important for deciding which books should be read by a modern reader.