Ten of the most sold books in the world

As of January 2022, here are ten of the most sold books in the world. Please note that sales figures may have changed since then, and new bestsellers may have emerged. Here are some of the most historically popular books:

1. **The Bible** – Estimated to be the best-selling book of all time.

2. **Quotations from the Works of Mao Tse-tung** – Also known as the “Little Red Book,” it was widely distributed during the Cultural Revolution in China.

3. **Harry Potter Series** by J.K. Rowling – The series, including titles like “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” and “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows,” has sold hundreds of millions of copies worldwide.

4. **The Lord of the Rings** by J.R.R. Tolkien – This epic fantasy series, which includes “The Fellowship of the Ring” and “The Return of the King,” has garnered a massive readership.

5. **The Alchemist** by Paulo Coelho – A widely translated and popular novel about a shepherd’s journey to find his personal legend.

6. **The Da Vinci Code** by Dan Brown – This thriller involving a symbologist, Robert Langdon, has achieved global popularity.

7. **The Catcher in the Rye** by J.D. Salinger – A classic novel that continues to be a favorite among readers.

8. **Think and Grow Rich** by Napoleon Hill – A personal development and self-help classic.

9. **The Very Hungry Caterpillar** by Eric Carle – A beloved children’s book.

10. **Steps to Christ** by Ellen G. White – A Christian classic focusing on spirituality and faith.

Please be aware that book sales figures can vary, and there may be updated statistics available since my last knowledge update.