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Tuesday 26 December 2017

Fresh List Of Anti Hero Books

By Peter Bailey


It is easy to predict the works of ordinary heroes in novels. However, anti hero books present a unique perspective that is endearing yet strange to an ardent reader. It is this conflict of character that makes it interesting to read such novels because you cannot believe that such a character would exist. Television series and movies have fronted such characters for sometime now. Here is a list of novels that have perfected the use of such heroes.

Jonathan Stroud captured this character in The Amulet of Samarkand. It is set in Britain at a time when the society is controlled by evil forces. They have to use jennies to achieve their mission. This means capturing the jennies for manipulation. This makes the jennies angry. The star is Nathaniel who displays enviable sarcasm and wit. The narrative by Jonathan is captivating.

Richmal Crompton is credited with penning the title Just William. Though the book adapts one is his common styles, it is intriguing and has mastered the art of presenting heroism in a different way. The character yearns for freedom and love, causing him to plot how to get them. He is lazy, uncivilized and disobedient to a fault, a trait that causes you to fall in love with him.

Geoffrey Willians wrote the book Molesworth after penning many other titles that were equally interesting. If you have goon through his work, you will find something striking about this title. He focuses on a sadistic, lazy and apparently irredeemable child. He has battles to fight with the head boy by his creepiness will ensure that you turn the pages at a terrific speed.

Bill Watterson picked the title Calvin and Hobbes for his unique heroism novel. The story is that of a dreamer boy with a tiger doll as a pet. The pet comes to life when left alone in the room. The family loves Calvin and will cheer him in his escapades. The narrative is very interesting and funny to read. It will be a memorable title when you are done.

The Talented Mr. Ripley is the brain child of Patricia Highsmith. The author has settled for an unbelievably amoral character to be a mother. She also displays unimaginable psychopathic behaviors. This creepiness is what will leave a memorable impression in your mind. You will begin to look at novels from a different perspective. Pick a comfortable reading area because you might not stop until the last page.

Gone With the Wind by Margret Mitchell stands out because of a character named Scarlet. She has an idea of the world that is unique. She endeavors to actualize this world by all means possible. This includes snatching a boyfriend from her sister and marrying a stranger to spite others. She does not represent any idea of an ideal mother because of her two-faced character. You might reread the book because of the impact it has.

Among the oldest writers in this category is John Milton. In Paradise Lost, he depicts Satan as this arrogant and tormented character. Like all other heroes in his category, he risks all and pays the ultimate price for it. These are interesting yet irresistible characters to live with.




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