A classic is simply a book that stands to the test of time. It was read by our grandparents and will most likely be read by our grandchildren. They are read, studied, and enjoyed by a very diverse...
Shakespeare's work might not be considered to be classic because one has a peculiar definition of the word "classic". If your definition of "classic" is that it was produced by the ancient Romans and...
Because Homer's poetry is now considered as the model or basis of comparison for today's work/literature and because Homer continue's to be the center of many artist's works.