classics

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A season of American music will mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the US Declaration of Independence - including an American Classics Prom with music by Leonard Bernstein, George Gershwin and Aaron Copland.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

One morning, we sat with Dunkin’ Donuts coffees and Penguin Classics editions of “The Scarlet Letter” on the steps of the Salem Custom House, where Nathaniel Hawthorne lived as the surveyor of Salem.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

Ohtani, a five-time MLB All-Star and four-time league MVP, will try to help Japan a fourth title in six Classics.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

As someone who attends movie screenings regularly, Tillman says it’s hard to find ones dedicated Black storytellers, which is why she appreciates Cult Classics Cinema.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

It was the Penguin Classics version of the first edition of Leaves of Grass.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green