Books can be our best friends, they always give and ask for nothing in return. They can be a great source of learning, and are often responsible for development of the human brain. However, authors sometimes pen down stuff that is perceived as wrong and amazing at the same time. Here are few of the most controversial books ever written.
The Catcher in the Rye
1. The Catcher in the Rye
This book by J.D. Salinger was originally published for adults, and it became an instant hit as soon as it was released. However, being centered around teenage sexuality and associated angst, rebellion and alienation, this book remains one of the most controversial books ever written. The book revolves around a sixteen year old boy and his life, and is a must read for everyone.
The Satanic Verses
2. The Satanic Verses
A fatwa was issued against Salman Rushdie when he published this book. It was so controversial that he spent almost a decade in hiding. It is almost at the level where it epitomizes blasphemy, while the book refers to an incident that no one is sure if it is true or just imagination. All the controversy around religion in the book makes it a real interesting read.
The Da Vinci Code
3. The Da Vinci Code
The book takes a huge dig at Christianity and ties a modern day tale around the past, and secret societies and famous personalities and museums so intricately that it almost borders reality. Because all the places mentioned inside the book are real, there was a huge controversy when the book came out to the extent that there were the “Da Vinci Code Tours”. One cannot resist reading this book.
Fifty Shades of Grey
4. Fifty Shades of Grey
This relatively recent release has caused huge uproar. While many claim to be turned on reading this book, others fail to grasp the concept. Tied around seduction and money and handcuffs and what not, this book has become widely popular and caused grave concerns in parents of teenage girls. It has been called 'softcore porn' and a great literary book!
Go ahead and grab one of these books and form your own opinion about them.
