ILLINOIS CLASSICS: A Bicentennial Reading List Compiled for Illinois public libraries by John E. Hallwas of the Illinois State Historical Society Elaine Evans / Wednesday, February 7, 2018 0 3433 Article rating: 5.0 This twelve-month reading list includes novels, nonfictional works, and poetry – all by Illinois authors and expressive of the Illinois experience. Along with the twelve-month schedule are some alternative book titles, in case a library wants to customize the 2018 reading list by substituting another notable work of fiction, nonfiction, or poetry. Read more