One of the most famous is 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. Although it has broader themes, it's set in a small rural Alabama town and shows rural life and social issues. Another is 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell, which uses a rural farm setting to tell a political allegory.
Definitely 'Far from the Madding Crowd' by Thomas Hardy. It's set in rural England and follows the love life of Bathsheba Everdene. The descriptions of the rural landscape and the farming community are very detailed. Also, 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte, though it has elements of the moors which are a bit wilder, still gives a sense of rural Yorkshire life.
Well, 'The Scarlet Letter' by Nathaniel Hawthorne is often considered in this regard. Hester Prynne's situation in the story can be related to the themes of unwanted pregnancy and the social stigma associated with it, which has some connection to abortion stories in a broader sense.
One of the most well - known is the story of Mulan from 'The Ballad of Mulan'. Mulan disguises herself as a man to take her father's place in the army and shows great courage and filial piety.
I'd say 'Unbroken' is quite famous. It tells the incredible story of Louis Zamperini, an Olympic athlete who became a prisoner of war during World War II. It's a story of survival and resilience in the face of extreme war - time hardships.
There is a story of a rural community that revived an ancient form of folk dance. The elders taught the young ones the steps and the significance of the dance. They started performing at local festivals and gradually at bigger events. This brought a sense of pride and cultural revival in the village. It also attracted tourists, which in turn boosted the local economy.
Definitely 'The Odyssey' too. It tells the story of Odysseus trying to get home after the Trojan War. He faces all kinds of challenges, like the Cyclops and the Sirens. The gods either help or hinder him along the way, which is very characteristic of Greek mythology stories.
Jaycee Dugard's 'A Stolen Life' is also very well - known. Her story of being kidnapped at 11 years old and held captive for 18 years is truly heart - wrenching. The book brought a lot of attention to the issue of long - term kidnapping and its effects on the victim.
One of the most influential is 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It gives a great portrayal of society and relationships in the 19th century. Another is 'The Odyssey' by Homer, an epic story full of adventure and moral lessons. Also, 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee is very important as it tackles issues like racism and justice in a small - town American setting.
'Scarface' - inspired books. The story of Scarface has been told in various forms. These books about it explore the rise of a criminal from the streets to a powerful figure in the underworld. It shows the violence, greed, and ambition that drive characters in that world.
Well, 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling has to be on the list. It has captured the hearts of millions around the world with its magical world of Hogwarts. 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' by Lewis Carroll is a classic that has been loved for generations. 'Don Quixote' by Miguel de Cervantes is one of the earliest and most influential works of fiction.
Definitely 'Jane Eyre'. It's super famous for its portrayal of a strong - willed and independent woman. Then there's 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte, which shows the complex relationship between Catherine and Heathcliff from Catherine's perspective as a woman. Another well - known one is 'A Room of One's Own' by Virginia Woolf. It's more of an essay - like book but it makes a great point about women's need for independence and space to create.