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r/classicliterature is a subreddit with 118k members. Its distinguishing qualities are that the community is huge in size, and has high activity.
A place to discuss and celebrate books with high standards of quality, appeal, longevity, and influence.
“Read the best books first, or you may not have a chance to read them at all.”
— Henry David Thoreau
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Popular Themes in r/classicliterature
#1
Advice Requests
: "Help choosing my next book"
18 posts
#2
Self-Promotion
: "After lots of trial and error...I combined my love for classical art and literature to create this piece. It is something new I am trying. Would highly appreciate any support."
2 posts
Popular Topics in r/classicliterature
#1
Classics
: "I made tiny versions of my favorite Classics so I can always carry them around with me"
55 posts
#2
Books
: "All the Books I trifted this month."
47 posts
#3
Literature
: "Here's my top 10 classic Literature list (as of 2025)"
42 posts
#4
Classic
: "I made tiny versions of my favorite Classics so I can always carry them around with me"
19 posts
#5
Reading
: "My classics Reading list for the next few years. Would love your suggestions/thoughts/critique!"
14 posts
#6
Classic Literature
: "I’m fairly new to Classic Literature. I don’t know the names of half of these people. Can y’all give me some recommendations? (and please leave their names)"
10 posts
#7
Recommendations
: "Name three classics you loved and someone else will give you three Recommendations"
9 posts
#8
Authors
: "What Authors famous for one classic book have less read titles that are underappreciated"
8 posts
#9
Book
: "Saw this collection at Costco"
7 posts
#10
Shakespeare
: "A sculpture i am currently making of William Shakespeare"
6 posts
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