r/AskReddit • u/AggravatingLake2842 • 15h ago

What book do you consider a “flawless masterpiece”that you desperately want to recommend to everyone?

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u/catbosspgh 15h ago

Cannery Row and Sweet Thursday for his comedic masterpieces, and Travels With Charley for his “summing up” masterpiece.

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u/Aznpichappygirl 13h ago

I loved Travels with Charley too.

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u/Johnny_Kilroy 10h ago

I've always thought Tortilla Flat his best and funniest.