The world of literature is filled with some of the most beloved books of all time, but which one is the most sold book ever? According to a list of the 25 best-selling books of all-time, the answer is Don Quixote, with an estimated 500 million copies sold.
Don Quixote, written by Spanish author Miguel de Cervantes, is a classic novel that follows the adventures of the titular character, a nobleman who believes himself to be a knight. The novel has been translated into over 60 languages and has been adapted into various forms of media, including plays, operas, and films.
Coming in second place is A Tale of Two Cities, written by Charles Dickens. This novel, set during the French Revolution, has sold an estimated 200 million copies. It has been adapted into various forms of media, including films, television series, and musicals.
The Lord of the Rings, written by J.R.R. Tolkien, is the third most sold book ever, with an estimated 150 million copies sold. This fantasy novel follows the quest of a group of hobbits as they attempt to destroy a powerful ring. The novel has been adapted into a successful film series, as well as various video games and stage adaptations.
Fourth on the list is The Little Prince, written by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. This beloved novella has sold an estimated 142 million copies and has been translated into over 300 languages. It follows the story of a young prince who meets various characters on his journey.
Rounding out the top five is Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, written by J.K. Rowling. This novel, the first in the Harry Potter series, has sold an estimated 107 million copies. It has been adapted into a successful film series, as well as various video games and stage adaptations.
Overall, Don Quixote is the most sold book ever, with an estimated 500 million copies sold. It is followed by A Tale of Two Cities, The Lord of the Rings, The Little Prince, and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. All of these books have been adapted into various forms of media, making them some of the most beloved books of all time.