Coming up with the definition of a classic book is not easy. There are a lot of competing ideas of what makes a book worth reading each generation. Some classic books go from loved to ignored or forgotten. Just because a book is popular doesn't mean it will be published and read in the future. Age is not the defining characteristic of a classic, but there must be other qualities. This episode looks deeper into the classic book question and reviews Italo Calvino's  14 criteria for what makes a classic. Take a listen and share with others.

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"Wholesome" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)