Top 10 Best-Selling Books of All Time [Most Sold]

The best-selling books of all time

Since our childhood, books have been an integral part of our lives, with stories from the realm of fiction and sometimes non-fiction. The books come in various sizes, languages, colors and patterns. Each book, written since the dawn of time, contains a unique narrative, interwoven with different emotions such as love, hate, compassion, anger, sadness, excitement and fear.

Each story, regardless of its genre, has touched the hearts of millions. Even in this day and age, where video games and online streaming are popular, countless people still prefer to read books. Each book offers an escape from reality and provides a new gateway to the world of imagination and creativity.

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The 10 best-selling books of all time

In recognition of the power of creativity and adventure inherent in books, we’ve compiled a list of the ten best-selling books of all time, which you may have already read.

Yes.No	Name of the books	Copies sold	Author of the book
1	Don Quijote	500 million copies	Miguel de Cervantes
2	A tale of two cities	200 million copies	Charles Dickens
3	The Lord of the rings	150 million copies	JRR Tolkien
4	The little Prince	142 million copies	Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
5	Harry potter and the Philosopher’s Stone	107 million copies	JK Rowling
6	And then there were none	100 million copies	Christie Agatha
7	The dream of the Red Chamber	100 million copies	Cao Xue Qin
8	The Hobbit	100 million copies	JRR Tolkien
9	Ella: an adventure story	100 million copies	H. Haggard Rider
10	The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe	85 million copies	C.S. Lewis

1. Don Quixote

Starting from the first position, we have Miguel de Cervantes’ famous Spanish novel, ‘Don Quixote’, which was first published in 1612 and has sold 500 million copies worldwide. The story follows Alonso Quijano, who proves that chivalry will never die, and was originally seen as a parody of chivalric romances.

2. A tale of two cities

In second position we have the well-known novel by Charles Dickens ‘A Tale of Two Cities’, which takes place in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution. The book describes the plight of the French peasantry demoralized by the French aristocracy and the brutality shown by the revolutionaries towards the former aristocrats. It also draws unflattering social parallels with life in London during the same period, interwoven with the lives of the novel’s main characters.

3. The Lord of the Rings

Thirdly, we have JRR Tolkien’s epic fantasy novel ‘The Lord of the Rings’, which tells the story of Frodo and the Fellowship of the Ring on a quest to destroy the One Ring. The book has been adapted into a series of films with multimillion-dollar profits and its prequel, ‘The Hobbit’, is number eight on the list.

4. The Little Prince

In fourth place we have Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s beloved story ‘The Little Prince’, universally appreciated by children and adults alike. The book represents the free minds of children and their constant need to search for the mysteries of the universe. It has been translated into 300 languages ​​and dialects and sells between 1 and 2 million copies each year, and has also been adapted into a critically acclaimed Netflix film.

5. Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

In fifth place we have JK Rowling’s successful book ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’, the first book in a series of seven. The book introduces us to the beloved Harry Potter, his friends and the magical world, and has been translated into 80 languages. The books, along with film adaptations, have earned billions of dollars and sold more than 500 million copies.

6. And then there were none’

In sixth position we have the renowned novel ‘And Then There Were None’ by Agatha Christie. This suspense novel was first published in 1939 and is considered one of the best of its kind. It follows the story of ten strangers, who are lured to an isolated island by a mysterious host, only to find themselves facing death one by one, just like the children’s song “Ten Little Soldiers.” The book has been adapted into a successful film and an HBO series.

7. Dream of the Red Chamber

Seventh, Cao Xueqin wrote The Dream of the Red Pavilion or The Story of the Stone in the mid-18th century, and it is considered one of the four great classic novels of Chinese literature. The novel’s intricate plot interweaves the rise and decline of a family similar to Cao’s, offering insights into the social relations, aesthetics, worldviews, and lifestyles of 18th-century China. While the novel highlights the patriarch’s authority over the family, it also serves as a tribute to the women Cao knew in his youth, including his friends, relatives, and servants. Additionally, the author delves into philosophical and religious themes, incorporating elements from late Ming plays and novels and earlier styles of poetry.

8. The Hobbit

In position number 8 we find the acclaimed novel ‘The Hobbit’ by JRR Tolkien. The narrative centers on Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who leads a happy, uneventful life and rarely ventures beyond his pantry or cellar. However, his life takes a drastic turn when the wizard Gandalf and a group of dwarves appear at his door and take him on an adventure full of raids, battles against malevolent forces, giants and dragons. The story takes place in the prelude to the events narrated in ‘The Lord of the Rings’ and has been adapted into a successful film with the same title. ‘The Hobbit’ is the first installment of a trilogy of books.

9. Ella: an adventure story

In ninth place we have ‘Her: An Adventure Story’ by H. Rider Haggard. This book, published in 1887, has sold 83 million copies worldwide. It tells the story of a Victorian professor and his adopted son who venture to Africa in search of a lost civilization ruled by an immortal woman of great beauty, power and cruelty.

10. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

Moving up to tenth place, we have the popular book ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’ by CS Lewis. The book, which was published in 1950, has sold 85 million copies worldwide and is the first installment in the seven-book series, ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’. It was also adapted into a blockbuster movie with the same title. The story follows the journey of four brothers who discover the magical world of Narnia through a closet in the middle of World War II.

What is the best-selling book of all time?

Of course, The Book is number 1 because Don Quixote quickly gained worldwide recognition because it tells a universal story. The descriptions of sin and events in the book are relatable to people from all walks of life, both past and present. The character written four hundred years ago still resonates with us in the 21st century because the story is about every human being’s search for love and fortune. We all have a tendency to exaggerate our abilities and allow ourselves to be consumed by dreams and illusions, some of which come true despite all logic. Although the first book provokes many laughs, Don Quixote does not offer easy solutions. The book is full of symbolism and allegories that are revealed in different ways with each rereading.

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