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This was a great list, I was able to notice books I have read in addition to books I want to read. This list makes me want to increase the amount to time I spend reading.I like that there are a variety types of books and although some books are classic literature or contemporary novels having such a variation is good, maybe it can lead to open minds to explore a different genre.
I just finished Moby Dick, and as of now its my favorite book. This is actually a great list (I'll ignore Twilight). I noticed someone mentioned the BHAGAVAD GITA, which reminds me of a collection of short stories called The Interpreter of Maladies. Its a great, easy read if you're into or trying to get into Middle Eastern modern literature.
Debbie wrote: "i dnot think you can get a copy of uncle toms cabin any more"They sell it at Barnes and Noble, in the classic section.
I even have uncle tom's cabin on kindle, I thnk.
i really like the collection...i hope to read all of them...LOL
The King James Version is the only version that the (Mormon) LDS church uses, along with the Book of Mormon, which is another testament of the truth of the life of our Savior, Jesus Christ. I am interested that so many criticize the Bible and the Book of Mormon, yet, know nothing of either!
Debbie wrote: "i dnot think you can get a copy of uncle toms cabin any more"You can get it on Kindle from Amazon for less than a dollar.
There are many lists of the 100 Best Books Ever Written, etc (..In the 20th Century,...In the World, and so on) but this is the first one I have seen that combines great books with pop drivel. Come on, kids. I read "Barefoot Boy With Cheek" when I was 17. I loved it. I still chuckle about parts of it, I still quote it, but I wouldn't put it on a list of the best 100 or books everyone should readBarefoot Boy With Cheek
There are a ton of books listed here that I absolutely feel should NOT have made it to this list. I won't be specific, but if you look at the TOPIC, it wants to know how many of these books you feel that people SHOULD read, not just what's popular. I have a good 75-76 books chosen already that I voted on, for various reasons :) BUT, none of them simply because they are popular.
How does this list include books from Twilight and not Rand? Very sad.
A really good list, I have read about 80% of the list, some many years ago in spanish, what a great pleassure it was to re read in the original language, I have read Cervantes "Don Quijote" in the original ancient Spanish (with tranlation side by side to modern Spanish)and also in English, the original being milea ahead of the English translation
As to why not Rand? If the characters stopped making long sermons about their 'religious' views, more people might like it.
I agree with you Lisa, there are many books on here that were added for popularity value. Think of it this way. If people look at the first page of responses than they'll see the most popular. Their not as likely to choose their own for "books that invoke thought", their more likely to vote for the few that are on top that have made it their one vote at a time for being near the top. It's sad. I chose some that some people never heard of and some that BECAUSE they are amazing thought provoking books, ARE popular. It's a bit sad. But I am very grateful for this list of books. I just need to edit a bit! :)
pluss Waterstones and HMV have this massivde urdge to not only make clasic books be noticed but make you feel your "cooler" to read them so I think you can get uncle tom's cabin not that Iv seen it or even herd of it until now. Shame on me
Laikhuram wrote: "Recently I went searching for this very enlightening book by Ivan Illich, Deschooling Society, only to find that it has been out of print for ages...BTW, my friends here, please be very careful ..."
Very, very well put. =D
Melynna wrote: "Faera wrote: "I skimmed through this list and there are some very horribly written books on it. Like Twilight and the Bible for instance."No matter your personal opinion about those books, there ..."
Agreed
Robbie wrote: "I am absolutely delighted by this great list of books. A thousand thanks. I have read quite a few of these myself. Right now I'm into an Indian philosophy phase!Try these Epic Indian philosophica..."
Yes they are the best!! They were listed in top 100 must read books!! along with those, try to read "Shakuntala" book also!!
Debbie wrote: "i dnot think you can get a copy of uncle toms cabin any more"Try: http://www.abebooks.co.uk/servlet/Sea...
i have never read twilight, but based on these reviews and my friends disliking for the book, i had better not, just to save me from all of the pain and suffering it might give me, but eh, you never know. It might feel good to throw it in the garbage after i get past page 17.
Emma wrote: "i have never read twilight, but based on these reviews and my friends disliking for the book, i had better not, just to save me from all of the pain and suffering it might give me, but eh, you neve..."Lol more like after page 5.
This list is awesome except some books all should be read at least once
great list! I plan to read each of these books
I find the discussion and dissent on Twilight amusing. The fact that causes so much strife in threads like this insures many people will read it to see what the fuss is about.
I've read the saga. Had lots of fun while, got bothered by some aspects after letting it simmer, got sick of hearing about all of it later. MUST read? Probably not. Still entertaining.
Now, Harry Potter. I think the major problem is people forget the volumes changed the targeted age of readers, because a great part of the base grew with the books. I did. I got to each install at almost exactly Harry's age till the 5th book. The shift didn't help the quality.
The first and second books, though, are beautiful works of children fiction. They portrait many good qualities, and they fill the reader with wonder. Most of all, they reach to the non-readers. That's incredibly valuable. So, yeah, must read. If nothing else, so you can actually say: no, I wont recommend it and have reason beyond "didn't like the movies", or "it popular, therefore, surely idiotic".
I've read the saga. Had lots of fun while, got bothered by some aspects after letting it simmer, got sick of hearing about all of it later. MUST read? Probably not. Still entertaining.
Now, Harry Potter. I think the major problem is people forget the volumes changed the targeted age of readers, because a great part of the base grew with the books. I did. I got to each install at almost exactly Harry's age till the 5th book. The shift didn't help the quality.
The first and second books, though, are beautiful works of children fiction. They portrait many good qualities, and they fill the reader with wonder. Most of all, they reach to the non-readers. That's incredibly valuable. So, yeah, must read. If nothing else, so you can actually say: no, I wont recommend it and have reason beyond "didn't like the movies", or "it popular, therefore, surely idiotic".
Taly wrote: "I find the discussion and dissent on Twilight amusing. The fact that causes so much strife in threads like this insures many people will read it to see what the fuss is about.I've read the saga. H..."
Any other time I would agree with you, that complaining about Twilight is useless. But it pisses me off to see it on the "Must-Read" list that I can't not say anything. It's such a crappy quality book that I don't understand how even young readers can enjoy it.
Great list. Didn't vote. Couldn't figure out how to organize list so I could make sense of it (after all, it is "ginormous"). Will look more closely at whole listing at a later date...
Finally a list that doesn't have Twilight listed as number one!
Laura wrote: "Any other time I would agree with you, that complaining about Twilight is useless. But it pisses me off to see it on the "Must-Read" list that I can't not say anything. It's such a crappy quality book that I don't understand how even young readers can enjoy it. "
I guess. It is not a must read and has no building value (but as a hook towards reading, maybe), so I supouse if one was to complain about it's promotion, this would be the thread.
I guess. It is not a must read and has no building value (but as a hook towards reading, maybe), so I supouse if one was to complain about it's promotion, this would be the thread.
Everyone should read Twilight at least once, yes. Even if it's just so they have better material and reasons to give when they say "Twilight sucks".
Hp wrote: "Everyone should read Twilight at least once, yes. Even if it's just so they have better material and reasons to give when they say "Twilight sucks"."I think I would rather spare others the torture of reading that (and I use the word loosely) "book" and just tell them some of the things the characters do. After three sentences they'll run away.
We need to get more people to vote for Harry Potter, so that it can make the top.
Debbie wrote: "i dnot think you can get a copy of uncle toms cabin any more"I'm pretty sure you can. You just have to know where to look.
So basically the American school system is getting something right, because most of these are required reading at some point.
Not the best list.The king James Bible and the quran?
The holy book selection is a bit biased.
It excludes catholics,Hindus,pagans and Buddhists.
Those books are good if you like a cruel nonexistant God and genocide.
Easy there. Beyond the faith aspect, I'll say most religious books are amazing narratives, and can be pretty informative into other peoples minds and believes. You think there ought to be more variety, add them. The Ramanaya, the catholic Bible, whatever. Add them, don't knock those that are voted off. They ARE interesting books.
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Anonymous wrote: "Not the best list.The king James Bible and the quran?
The holy book selection is a bit biased.
It excludes catholics,Hindus,pagans and Buddhists.
Those books are good if you like a cruel nonexista..."
I would not want to add religious books since most of them inspire genocide and violence from their very sick and fictional God.The religious books that were not inspired by Abraham are not bad,
I think there is part of you post is missing, but as of what's there, many books would spout hideous messages if one was to take them literally and true, as a guide, without discerning and thought. The fact that some people take religious books as such are not the fault of the books, but the people themselves. After all, you wouldn't go around befriending spider after reading "Charlotte's Web", or commit double suicide with your teenage swetheart because you are not allowed together after reading "Romeo and Juliet". There are those that will, but it's not because the volumes are bad.
I'm going to try and read as many books as I can on this list. I've heard of these books all my life..never bothered reading much..began reading recently, making it a habit :)
Melynda wrote: "Mary wrote: "Animal Farm and Atlas Shrugged are absolutely books you must read AT THIS TIME in the USA before it is too late to change our path"I've been saying this about Atlas Shrugged to a lot..."
I agree wholeheartedly here! Atlas Shrugged is my all-time favorite book since I was a young girl. Watching the way the United States has turned into a horrifying parallel of the book has been bizarre and unsettling.
Books that Encourage thought...How did Twilight beat Slaughter House 5!? In fact, why is Twilight even on this list! Oh well it's all subjective, I guess I shouldn't be so harsh.
However, I still think that Twilight is not a book that encourages thought... not for anyone that is over 14 that is.
Mandy wrote: "Erg. Why does every one always feel the need to share how much they hate Twilight in these types of lists? All these books are so popular that there are tons of people who like and dont like them. ..."The list isn't about what books are popular, it's about books that are thought provoking. Twilight might be a fun read, but it isn't the kind of book you read if you are interested in expanding your mind.
Great list !!! Still have all my Childhood books !!!
Judy, South Africa