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How to Read a Book
Mortimer J. Adler
3.98 (27212 Reviews)
Education
Productivity
Philosophy
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Discover why Google's Sergey Brin swears by this revolutionary guide to unlocking deeper meaning in every text. Not just about reading faster - it's about reading smarter. The intellectual skill you didn't know you were missing.

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The Art of Reading: A Journey Beyond Words

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Reading isn't simply about absorbing information-it's about transformation. Most of us stop developing our reading abilities around sixth grade, creating an invisible ceiling that limits our intellectual growth. What if I told you that the difference between merely passing your eyes over text and truly understanding it is the difference between hearing music and being moved by it? The ability to read deeply is perhaps the most undervalued skill in our information-saturated world, yet it holds the key to unlocking wisdom that can change your life. When Warren Buffett was asked about the secret to his success, he pointed to a book on his shelf-Mortimer Adler's "How to Read a Book." This unexpected bestseller has sold over a million copies and been translated into more than a dozen languages because it addresses a paradox we all face: we know how to read, but few of us know how to read well.

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The Four Levels of Reading: A Staircase to Understanding

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Active Reading: The Conversation Between Reader and Author

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The Art of Agreeing and Disagreeing: Reading as Conversation

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Different Books, Different Approaches: Adapting Your Reading Strategy

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Syntopical Reading: The Summit of Understanding

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Reading as Life: The Growth of Mind and Spirit

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