Top Five Alternative Novels of the Twentieth Century

Discover the top five alternative novels of the twentieth century that redefine literature. Explore groundbreaking works that challenge norms and inspire readers with innovative storytelling.

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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

by Hunter S. Thompson

50th Anniversary Edition • With an introduction by Caity Weaver, acclaimed New York Times journalist This cult classic of gonzo journalism is the best chronicle …
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Trainspotting

by Irvine Welsh

"The best book ever written by man or woman...deserves to sell more copies than the Bible."--Rebel, Inc.
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Requiem for a Dream

by Hubert Selby Jr.

The acclaimed novel that inspired the Darren Aronofsky film--the story of three friends whose pursuit of wealth ends in addiction and tragedy. "To understand Selby's …
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On the Road

by Jack Kerouac

The classic novel of freedom and the search for authenticity that defined a generation One of The Atlantic’s Great American Novels of the Past 100 …