What are some famous books about jobs in fiction?

Sure. 'Bartleby, the Scrivener' by Herman Melville. It tells the story of a scrivener (a copyist) in a law office. Bartleby's strange behavior and his response to his job tasks are quite thought - provoking.

One can't forget 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, published in 1960 but with themes that were very much part of the 1950s. It deals with racism in the South. And 'A Streetcar Named Desire' by Tennessee Williams, first performed in 1947 but widely read in the 1950s, is a powerful play about desire and the clash between different classes.

Well, in science fiction books, you can find jobs like alien biologists. These are people who study the biology of extraterrestrial life forms. Then there are interstellar diplomats. Their job is to communicate and negotiate with different alien species. And of course, there are space miners. They extract valuable resources from asteroids and other celestial bodies.

Well, 'Treasure Island' by Robert Louis Stevenson is quite famous. It's a story full of pirates, hidden treasures, and adventures on the high seas. The characters like Long John Silver are really memorable.

Some famous political fiction books include 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens. It shows the political and social unrest during the French Revolution. 'The Prince' by Niccolò Machiavelli is also a classic. It offers insights into political leadership and power - getting strategies. 'All the King's Men' by Robert Penn Warren is another great one, which delves into the corrupting influence of political power.

Well, 'The Master and Margarita' by Mikhail Bulgakov has a character of a large black cat that can talk and is involved in some rather strange and magical events. It's a complex and fascinating read. Another famous one is 'The Cat in the Hat' by Dr. Seuss. It's a children's book but has become a classic with its simple yet engaging story about a cat causing chaos in a house.

Don Quixote is extremely famous. It's a satirical work that mocks the chivalric romances of the time while also creating a memorable character in Don Quixote. His illusions and adventures are both humorous and thought - provoking.

'Me Before You' by Jojo Moyes involves a quadriplegic man. The story is about his relationship with his caregiver and how they both grow and change through their time together. It delves into complex emotions and the different perspectives on living with a severe disability.

A well - known one is 'The Perfect Storm' by Sebastian Junger. It tells the story of a fishing boat caught in a violent storm and ultimately shipwrecked. It's based on real - life events but is also a work of fiction in terms of the narrative and character development. Another is 'Pirates of the Caribbean' - related books. Although the focus is on pirates, there are often shipwrecks and battles at sea that are integral to the story.

The 'Mombasa Connection' is a fictional book that delves into the rich cultural tapestry of Kenya. It has elements of mystery and adventure set against the backdrop of Mombasa, one of Kenya's most vibrant cities. It showcases the local traditions, the busy port life, and the diverse people who call Mombasa home.