What Book Are You Reading At The Moment?

@Stiletto (4579)
January 31, 2007 3:32am CST
Who wrote it? What's it about? Would you recommend it to others? I'm currently reading "The Bookseller Of Kabul" by Asne Seierstad. She spent 4 months living with the family of a man called Sultan Khan. He defied the Afghan authorities for years by selling books despite being imprisoned and tortured by the Taliban and having his books publicly burned. I'm about halfway through the book and I'm really enjoying it. It's not just about the bookseller himself but also things that happen in the day to day life of his family. It's a fascinating insight into another country and culture. I would definitely recommend it.
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@sunsham68 (1376)
• India
31 Jan 07
I am reading the Mill on the Floss by George Burns, I think?Its a wonderful story and I still love the simple innocent way its written and virtually travel in time reading it and picturing what a wonderful place the world used to be back then. But I am only through the first chapters I know the gets a bit messy later..
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
The Mill On The Floss is a really good book - I read it a few years ago. I'm sure you'll enjoy it as you read further. Thanks for your response.
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@Stiletto (4579)
1 Feb 07
Yes I think he did write a book called Stiletto.
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• United States
31 Jan 07
I'm reading THE SAME SWEET GIRLS by Cassandra King. It's Chick Lit but for the more "seasoned" chick. The Same Sweet Girls is the name of a club of six southern belles who went to college together. They meet twice a year for a weekend. When the book begins they are all on the cusp of turning fifty. The chapters vary points of view between the characters. We see how their lives have gone and their take on the other women. It's very good. I'm a little more than half through it and expect it will hold my attention to the end.
@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
Sounds a bit more interesting than the usual Chick Lit stuff which isn't really my cup of tea normally but I have been known to read it if I'm on holiday or whatever. Thanks for your response.
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@jricbt (1454)
• Brazil
31 Jan 07
I am reading God Delusion, I recommend it only if you want to know if you have an open mind and have interest in religion issues (atheism). The next book I think I will read is 1984, by Orwell (this month I am reading again some books I already read some time ago).
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I quite often go back to books that I've not read for years. I've not read 1984 since I was at school so that would be a good one or Animal Farm of course. Loved that book when we studied it at school. Thanks for your response
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• Canada
31 Jan 07
I'm reading two books at the moment, one at home in the evenings and one on the bus to and from work. The first book is 'The Reality Dysfunction' by Peter F. Hamilton. It is science fiction set in the year 2611. Its told from multiple points of view, but the main character is an independent starship captain. Humanity finds itself under attack from an unknown and vastly superior enemy and must find a way to defeat the threat before their society is destroyed. The second book is 'Excession' by Iain M. Banks. This is also science fiction (this isn't all I read, I'm just on a sci-fi kick at the moment). I've barely gotten into this one, so I don't know what its about yet.
@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I used to read quite a lot of science fiction but not so much now. I know what you mean about being on a sci-fi kick. I go through phases with the types of books I read too. Thanks for your response.
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• Australia
31 Jan 07
I am currently reading "Front Row", which is about US Vogue editor in chief, Anna Wintour. I'm really enjoying it!
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I read some good reviews of that book in the newspaper a couple of weeks ago. Might add that to my list. Thanks for your response savingstargirl.
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@ox3100 (8)
• United States
1 Feb 07
I am currently reading "Machine crusade" By Brian Herbert and Kevin Amderson. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys long stories. it is a prequeal to the orginal Dune series by Frank Herbert. It is the story of how the Humans Wage a war against the thinking machines and there Cymek allies. I know i just sounded like a complete nerd but give me a break it is my first post after all.
@Stiletto (4579)
1 Feb 07
I quite like a bit of sci-fi myself so you're ok! I liked Dune so might try this one too. Thanks for your response - and welcome to myLot!
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• United States
1 Feb 07
thanks this set is written by the original dune creators son.
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@m3ph1st0 (16)
• South Africa
31 Jan 07
I'm re-reading "Song of ice and fire" by George RR Martin at the moment, and yeah its a fantasy novel. Martin has very well structured and thoughtful writing, his characters are also top notch. If i had to rate the book i'd equate him to a modern day Tolkien. Just my two cents :)
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I've not read any of his novels - I like Tolkien though so might give that one a try. Thanks for your response.
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@aks00711 (18)
• India
31 Jan 07
me still stuck up wid mein kampf.....quite a struggle to complete it...esp bcoz of its historical data
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I gave up with that one I'm afraid. Thanks for your response
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@Laydee83 (275)
• Atlanta, Georgia
1 Feb 07
Currently I am reading "Fish". Just started today actually. It is by Stephen C. Lundin, Ph.D., Harry Paul, and John Christensen. Description:: "A powerful parable that will help you love the work you do - even if you can't always do work that you love. Addressing today's most pressing work issues with an engaging metaphor and an appealing message that applies to anyone in any sector of any organization, FISH! offers wisdom that is easy to grasp, instantly applicable, and profound - the hallmarks of true business classic." (I would like to be a hotel owner/GM one day, so this is the reason I read this book. I think that anyone in a position looking to strive highr should read tihs book. GO GET IT NOW! *Only if the real world is something you want to conquor*
@Stiletto (4579)
1 Feb 07
Sounds interesting Laydee83 - will try to get hold of a copy. Thanks for your response.
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@Laydee83 (275)
• Atlanta, Georgia
1 Feb 07
Not a problem. I think its great so far. Very much in detail and very much of use. I hope you get your copy (try Barnes & Noble and even Boarders) and I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. Take care.
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@ancazur (22)
• United States
31 Jan 07
I'm currently reading Fyodor Dostoevsky's "Crime & Punishment." If you have the patience for classics, go for it. I'm enjoying it; you really get into the character's mind as it goes through his trials and issues with life. Not "easy reading" by any means, but still an excellent piece of literature.
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I started reading that book a few years and gave up quite early on. Will have another try sometime. It's not easy reading is it? Thanks for your response ancazur
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• United States
31 Jan 07
At the moment I'm reading John Grisham's "King of Torts." I'm not a John Grisham fan at all, but I'm really enjoying this book. I've even learned what a tort is. My husband, who is Grisham fan, also enjoyed the book.
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I am a John Grisham fan and "King Of Torts" is one of his best I think. I had no idea what a tort was either until I read that book! Thanks for your response.
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@deebomb (15304)
• United States
1 Feb 07
I have enjoyed all of John Grisham's books that I have read though I haven't read one for a while. I particular liked The Client. I also like The Painted hlouse. It is a totally different story line for Grisham
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• Philippines
31 Jan 07
The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren. This is a very beautiful book, full of hope. It helped me a lot when i was having trouble with my life, when i was in doubt, in the dark, and feeling alone. This book answers the ultimate question of all, "What On Earth Am I Here For?". I would really recommend it to each & everyone of you. This book is very touching, and will help you make difficult decisions seem easier. This book was translated in almost every language.
@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
Thanks for that recommendation addicted2luv - I'll look out for it.
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@deebomb (15304)
• United States
1 Feb 07
A group of us read and discussed this book at our church. I think it is a very good book. thanks for reminding me I need to read it again.
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• United States
31 Jan 07
I'm reading "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath. It's quite good thus far. The protagonist is a sort of girl version of Holden Caulfield from "The Catcher In The Rye." She's very driven academically, but then wins a contest to go to New York, and while she's there, she realizes that she really isn't doing what she wants to do. I can relate :)
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I love Sylvia Plath. She's not a particularly easy read but worthwhile persevering. Thanks for your response.
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@jasper17 (66)
• United States
1 Feb 07
I'm reading several at the moment but the main one is called The Corset Diaries by Katie MacAlister. It's a cutesy romance, a wee bit on the silly side, but she's a good story-teller and I always get into her characters. I'd recommend it and any of her other books, as well.
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@Stiletto (4579)
1 Feb 07
Thanks for your response jasper17
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@sylviekitty (2083)
• United States
31 Jan 07
The book I'm reading right now (which I think is really good, btw) is "Overcoming Autism: Finding the Answers, Strategies, and Hope That Can Transform a Child's Life." I've renewed it twice already from my local library.. partly because I just don't have a lot of time to read, being a mom of 2 little kids. But it's a great read!
@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
Thanks for your response sylviekitty.
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@DigWeed (225)
• Romania
31 Jan 07
Ok i`m curently readin moogly and the jungle book :)and seems to be some way to get more knowlege about that world with animals and flowers :) good ideea !
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
My favourite Disney film! Not got round to reading the book yet but will one day. Thanks for your response DigWeed.
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@sigma77 (5383)
• United States
31 Jan 07
I am reading The Dynamic Laws of Prosperity by Catherine Ponder. This is an excellent book. I also am reading a few others, but they are related to my work. There are just too many good books to read and little time to get to them all.
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I know - so many books and not enough time. Thanks for your response.
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• United States
31 Jan 07
I'm currently reading "Voices from Slavery" A compendium of slave narratives that was originally published in the 1970's by Norman Yetman. It's an interesting read but a lot of the writing follows the dialect and it slows me down to read it although the stories are interesting. The next book I'm looking to read is "Lisey's story" by Stephen King.
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I sometimes struggle if there's a lot of dialect in writing. I even struggled with Lewis Grassic Gibbons - Sunset Song which has lots of Scots dialect in it and I'm Scottish! Not read a Stephen King book for a while and I usually really enjoy them too. Thanks for your response funygirl38
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@emy2006 (109)
• Romania
31 Jan 07
at the moment I like to read the books of Karl May...I love the principal personage Old Shatterhand and winnetou
@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I've read Holy Night which I really enjoyed. Keep meaning to get hold of more of his books. Thanks for your response emy2006
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@maidei (76)
31 Jan 07
I am reading Down to Earth ...by Faith Addis.Its a hilarious book about a couple who move from London to the Devon countryside and take up farming in fits and starts.....
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@Stiletto (4579)
31 Jan 07
I've read that - it is very funny. Thanks for your response maidei
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