A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle also fits. The protagonist, Meg, embarks on a journey through different dimensions to save her father. Her adventures are like a dream exploration of space, time, and the power of love and self - belief.
One great book is 'The Alchemist' by Paulo Coelho. It's a fictional story where the main character Santiago chases his dreams, and his journey is filled with lessons about following one's dreams. His dream of finding a treasure leads him on an adventure across deserts and meeting various people who shape his understanding of his own dreams.
Another one might be 'A Song of Ice and Fire'. There are constant wars and power struggles. Although not as directly about 'dreams' in a literal sense as some, the hopes and aspirations (which can be considered like dreams) of the various characters fuel the wars and political machinations in the series.
'The Hours' by Michael Cunningham. This book intertwines the lives of three women across different time periods, including Virginia Woolf. It shows how Woolf's work and her own struggles influenced the story, and it's a very engaging exploration of the writer's mind and the impact of their writing on others.
There is 'City of God' by Augustine of Hippo. Although it is more of a theological work, it has been a source of inspiration for many fictional portrayals of heaven. It delves deep into the concept of the celestial city, which is often associated with the idea of heaven. In modern fiction, some elements of it can be seen in books that attempt to create a detailed and spiritual vision of the afterlife.
A great fiction book on divorce is 'Mrs. Dalloway' by Virginia Woolf. While not solely about divorce, it touches on the complex relationships and how they can be on the verge of dissolution, like the relationship between Clarissa Dalloway and her husband in a very nuanced way. The stream - of - consciousness narrative delves deep into the characters' minds, showing the cracks in their marriage.
One great book is 'My Name Is Red' by Orhan Pamuk. It's set in 16th - century Istanbul and weaves a complex tale of art, love, and mystery. The characters' stories are intertwined with the cultural and historical backdrop of Turkey.
One well - known book is 'Chernobyl Prayer' by Svetlana Alexievich. It's a collection of oral histories related to the Chernobyl disaster, presented in a fictionalized documentary style.
There's also 'The Bookshop on the Corner' by Jenny Colgan. This book tells the story of a woman who opens a mobile bookstore in a van in a small Scottish village. It shows how a bookstore can become a center of a community, bringing people together, and how books can change lives. The descriptions of the books in the store and the relationships that develop around it are really heartwarming.
There is also 'The Rock: Tales from Alcatraz'. This book weaves fictional stories around the infamous prison of Alcatraz. It gives readers a sense of the mystery and danger that could have surrounded the place through fictional accounts.
One great book is 'The Goldfinch' by Donna Tartt. It features a young man who becomes involved with a valuable painting by Carel Fabritius, an artist. The story is filled with mystery and the exploration of art's significance.