For most of us, there's at least one book we read as children that became ingrained in the make-up of our adult lives. You're probably picturing yours right now -- the book that epitomized the innocence and simplicity of the younger you, the book that did something to help you understand the mystifying world around you.
From Alice's Adventures in Wonderland to the Harry Potter series, the classic books we read as kids are filled with power and wisdom for readers of all ages -- not just the littlest ones.
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In the wake of news that more people lie about having read Alice than any other book, we set out to prove that you're never too old to be inspired by childhood literature.
Here are 24 iconic children's books that will carry you through adulthood. Because some books we can never give up.
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