8 books with titles that don't match their content

The Neverending Story" by Michael Ende

Despite its name, this beloved fantasy novel does have an ending.

The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger

There’s no actual rye field or catcher; the title comes from a misunderstood poem, which is more about holden Caulfield’s ideals.

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

No literal mockingbirds are harmed; the "mockingbird" symbolizes innocence.

A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess

The title is metaphorical, combining the organic (orange) and mechanical (clockwork) to reflect forced behavioral change.

The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams

While there is a fictional guide mentioned, the book itself doesn't provide any useful tips for actual galaxy hitchhiking.

1984 by George Orwell

Though the title refers to a year, Orwell didn’t predict this specific date; the dystopian themes are timeless.

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde

While a painting is central to the plot, the book is far less about art and more about morality and corruption.

No Country for Old Men by Cormac McCarthy

Though the title suggests generational themes, the story primarily focuses on crime, violence, and chance, leaving the old men and their perspectives as a philosophical undertone.