It’s not often we see novels you can call erotic and classic in the same sentence. However, the controversial novel “Lolita” by Vladimir Nabokov is just that. Critics consider his work as one of the best novels of the 20th century, and yet it is as taboo as anything you’d ever read. Therefore, our article aims to explain why it’s so good, and why you should consider adding it to your bookshelf.
The Author
Born in 1899, Vladimir Nabokov was a Russian writer, poet, and translator. He came from a wealthy and prominent family — Nabokov’s grandfather was a Minister of Justice, while his father was a lawyer and politician. On the other hand, his mother was the heiress of a wealthy mine owner.
Growing up in such an upper-class family meant that Vladimir learned Russian, French, and English early. His passion for literature was evident from an early age …