The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer" by Siddhartha Mukherjee (Harvard University): A comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the history, science, and impact of cancer on society.
Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri (Brown University): A collection of poignant short stories that delve into themes of identity, cultural clashes, and the immigrant experience.
The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao" by Junot Díaz (Cornell University): A compelling novel that explores the experiences of a Dominican-American nerd and his family, blending history, pop culture, and magical realism.
Middlesex" by Jeffrey Eugenides (Brown University): A Pulitzer Prize-winning novel that tells the epic story of a Greek-American intersex protagonist navigating identity, gender, and family history.
The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald (Princeton University): A timeless classic that offers a critique of the American Dream, set against the backdrop of the Roaring Twenties.
The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri (Brown University): A beautifully written novel that explores themes of identity, cultural assimilation, and the complexities of family.
Beloved" by Toni Morrison (Cornell University): A powerful and haunting novel that delves into the legacy of slavery and its impact on African American lives.
The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger (Harvard University): A classic novel that explores themes of teenage rebellion, alienation, and the search for identity.
9 Must-Read Books by Ivy League Authors | 9 Must-Read Books by Ivy League Authors