Twitterature: The World’s Greatest Books Retold Through Twitter by Alexander Aciman

“Twitterature: The World’s Greatest Books Retold Through Twitter” is a book written by Alexander Aciman and Emmett Rensin. It was first published in 2009 and presents a humorous and creative approach to summarizing classic works of literature using the format and constraints of Twitter.

The concept behind “Twitterature” is to condense well-known literary works into short, witty, and often satirical summaries, all while adhering to Twitter’s character limit, which, at the time of the book’s publication, was 140 characters per tweet. Each tweet-sized summary distills the essence of a classic book into a concise and often humorous statement, providing readers with a quick and irreverent overview of the plot, themes, and characters.

The book covers a wide range of classic literature, from Shakespearean plays to novels by Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, and F. Scott Fitzgerald. It playfully reimagines these timeless stories in the digital age, with tweets that capture the essence of the original works while injecting a modern twist and humor.

“Twitterature” gained attention for its innovative and lighthearted approach to literary classics, making it an entertaining read for both literature enthusiasts and those looking for a fun and accessible introduction to iconic books. It also taps into the pop culture phenomenon of Twitter and social media, offering a unique and engaging way to revisit or discover these classic texts.