January 10, 200422 yr I was at barnes and nobles this week and I was looking up at this mural of pictures of famous authors with their names underneath. I recognized most of the names, could name a few books by about half the authors, and even knew what most of them looked like, twain, orwel, dickinson, etc. I realized that there are alot of amazing writers and amazing pieces of literature that I haven't ever picked up. So I'm on a quest to read some books. so far on my list, here's what I got, and please, add any that you think I should read. I'd love to discuss some of these eventually. note: some of these books aren't considered literary masterpieces, but I know will make me think....maybe even you. currently reading: Borg- The Heart of Christianity Steinbeck- Of Mice and Men Chapman- 5 Love Languages Kafka- The Metamorphosis Arterburn, et al- Every Man's Battle currently queued: Franken- Lies and the Liars who tell them Coulter- Treason Nabakov- Lolita Joyce- Ulysses Vonnegut- Slaughter House Five (considering I've read every other book by him, but his most popular one...) London- White Fang Melville- Moby Dick Piper-The Dangerous Duty of Delight Borg- Two Visions
January 10, 200422 yr Meh too many classics for my taste. Currently reading... "The Gospel of St Thomas" next in line "The case for Christ" "America's Game" "Hoosier Hysteria Roadbook" "The Decline and Fall of Practically Everbody" "World Religions" "The Great Pyramid"
January 10, 200422 yr Author I seem to have a knack for reading like 5 books at the same time. so i just rotate a chapter in each. I got to barnes and nobles every tuesday, thursday and saturday. I hate reading at home, cos I know I'll get bored and go do something mindless like Playstation f***ing 2. The case for Christ is on my list too, as is the Power Game. I just feel like undermatched in any conversation if I haven't at least been briefed on the topic at hand. I hate sitting there listening to people and have no idea what they're talking about.
January 10, 200422 yr I seem to have a knack for reading like 5 books at the same time. so i just rotate a chapter in each. I got to barnes and nobles every tuesday, thursday and saturday. I hate reading at home, cos I know I'll get bored and go do something mindless like Playstation f***ing 2. The case for Christ is on my list too, as is the Power Game. I just feel like undermatched in any conversation if I haven't at least been briefed on the topic at hand. I hate sitting there listening to people and have no idea what they're talking about. So how do you not go insane
January 10, 200422 yr Just finished: The Firm by Grisham Next up: Mission Compromised by Oliver North
January 10, 200422 yr I just got done reading these two for school.... "Like Water for Chocolate" by Laura Esquivel "House of the Spirits" by Isabel Allende
January 10, 200422 yr Isabel Allende...nice. Currently reading: Buddhism: Plain and Simple Queued: Big Lies by Joe Conason Marijuana Myths Marijuana Facts by Lynn Zimmer and John Morgan [There's like a dozen more that I have to read that I got for Christmas]
January 10, 200422 yr Currently I am reading: How to Practice: The way to a meaningful life by the Dalai Lama (interesting, but a little bit basic, esp. if you're familiar with the Buddhist traditions--but still a fabulous read) and Orynx and Crake by my favorite author Margaret Atwood And about 10,000 different articles about the pharmacological effects of different drugs on the brain, and a textbook on a similar theme. Yeehaw! I just finished The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown (a really good--but addicting read) The Gollem: What Everyone Should Know About Science by Collins and Pinch (very interesting outsiders perspective on science) I also got 8 Men Out for Christmas--but I am saving that for special times of procrastination... Edited January 10, 200422 yr by ChiSoxyGirl
January 10, 200422 yr Author Props to Chisoxygirl for introducing me to Marcus Borg. I hate him, but thanks for the introduction. It's really expanding my mind and helping me solidify my beliefs. rock on!
January 10, 200422 yr Props to Chisoxygirl for introducing me to Marcus Borg. I hate him, but thanks for the introduction. It's really expanding my mind and helping me solidify my beliefs. I believe in the original Thread of Doom, I said that you would be more along the lines of Wright--which is why I recommended the dual book. Anyway, yes, you MUST read the Da Vinci code. I think you would probably disagree with that book and not like the theological implications of that either, but, well, that's what life is about: expanding your mind. Wicked grin. And to Apu, I'd be interested to hear about both the Marijuana book--how neuropharm is it? And is the Buddhist book a general overview or is it written by one of the different schools of Buddhism? I'm always on the look out for new religion books.
January 10, 200422 yr And to Apu, I'd be interested to hear about both the Marijuana book--how neuropharm is it? And is the Buddhist book a general overview or is it written by one of the different schools of Buddhism? I'm always on the look out for new religion books. I have two big marijuana books to read: Marijuana Myths... that I mentioned earlier and The Emperor Wears No Clothes by Jack Herer. The Emperor has like EVERYTHING you could possibly want to know about marijuana and cannabis...entire chapters on how it can be used as medicine. In Marijuana Myths, I haven't read it yet but in the table of contents there are chapters like "Marijuana and the Brain", "Marijuana Motivation and Performance", "Marijuana Memory and Cognition", "Marijuana Psychology and Insanity". The entire book takes myths people have about marijuana and just shows the results of scientific tests that, in effect show the myths are unfounded. The Buddhist book is simply an overview of the basic tenets of Buddhism and uses examples and the such to show why they believe what they believe. I don't think it's written by any specific school of thought on Buddhism, just a basic view of "This is what Buddhists believe". It's a pretty interesting read. Also, on the topic sort of religion, have you read anything by Jiddu Krishnamurti? I started reading a little bit of him before break but didn't get to finish the book before I had to take it back to the library.
January 10, 200422 yr Also, on the topic sort of religion, have you read anything by Jiddu Krishnamurti? I started reading a little bit of him before break but didn't get to finish the book before I had to take it back to the library. No, I haven't read him...sounds intriguing though...Is there one book that stands out--or should I just peruse our library section of his and pick myself? Let me know how the marijuana book turns out...and the Buddhist one too.
January 10, 200422 yr Author No, I haven't read him...sounds intriguing though...Is there one book that stands out--or should I just peruse our library section of his and pick myself? Let me know how the marijuana book turns out...and the Buddhist one too. on his way to enlightenment he forgot to tell you how they were... puff puff lotus
January 10, 200422 yr on his way to enlightenment he forgot to tell you how they were... puff puff lotus This coming from the kid who's reading the book about the giant cockroach? Toke and pass!
January 10, 200422 yr Author This coming from the kid who's reading the book about the giant cockroach? Toke and pass! kafka's just a crazy lager drinking german. that metaphorical dungbeetle had nothing to do with "the weed"
January 10, 200422 yr kafka's just a crazy lager drinking german. that metaphorical dungbeetle had nothing to do with "the weed" Oh, yes...you're right, it's all about the great existential crisis that faces us all in life. Heehee...sorry, I just really wasn't a fan of Kafka--more of a fan of the French existentialist than the German ones. But I still maintain there were some opiates AT LEAST involved in the creation of that. Speaking of which--I really think you would honestly enjoy (and agree with) Soren Kierkegaard. So, maybe put that on your list.
January 10, 200422 yr Finished Lullaby by Chuck Pahalniuk last night Favorites...anything by David Sedaris David Eggers Nick Hornby Michael Hornburg some others.... Slab Rat - Ted Heller Absolutely American : Four Years at West Point -- Lipsky -- NUke would like this one?? Lance Armstrong's new one. How to Lose Friends & Alienate People -- Toby Young plus standard classics.. Vonnegut Catcher in the rye Bradbury
January 10, 200422 yr plus standard classics.. Vonnegut Catcher in the rye Bradbury Which Bradbury books have you read? I've read a few and I liked them all. He has a real unique style. Right now I'm reading Wolves of the Calla by Stephen King.
January 10, 200422 yr Which Bradbury books have you read? I've read a few and I liked them all. He has a real unique style. 451 martian chronicles Something wicked this way comes plus a bunch of short stories my HS english teacher gave me..
January 10, 200422 yr 451 martian chronicles Something wicked this way comes plus a bunch of short stories my HS english teacher gave me.. Martian Chronicles is the only one of those I've read. I thought it was aesome, and I was reminded of it again this week with Bush talking about a manned expedition to Mars.
January 11, 200422 yr Author egdar rice buroughs' "Princess of Mars" is my ALL TIME favorite. sooooo good.
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