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The Joy of Reading: A Passionate Guide to 189 of the World's Best Authors and Their Works,New
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Charles Van Doren has laid a feast before all of us that is irresistible.'Mortimer J. AdlerThis engaging love letter to reading follows the great authors and classics that transformed the world: from Aristotle and Herodotus in ancient Greece to Salinger and Heinlein in 20th century America. Like a professor whose enthusiasm enwraps his students, Van Doren explains what's wonderful in the books you've missed and awakens your desire to reopen the books you already know.Divided chronologically by the periods in which these classics were written, each book is put in its historical context and brought to life by Van Doren's brilliant analysis. The Joy of Reading delves into a wide range of genresfiction, poetry, drama, children's books, philosophy, history and science. This is the one book that brings together everything you need to know about the classics you missed and ignites your passion to read and reread the greatest books the world has ever known.This book is the fruit of a lifelong love affair. Reading, I believe, is my favorite thing to do; books and I have been inseparable almost as long as I can remember To this day, I become distressed if I am anywhere without a book, a magazine, a newspaper, any scrap of paper to read . I like the smell of books, certainly the feel of them. Life without books would be, for me, a vacant horror.'Charles Van Doren'Nothing recommends the joy of reading better than the communication of it by a person who has spent a lifetime enriched by the delights of reading. Charles Van Doren is that kind of reader. He has laid a feast before us that is irresistible.'Mortimer J. Adler, author of How to Read a Book'Mr. Van Doren is that rarity, a truly well read man who reads not for professional purposes but for pleasure. His book spurs us on to explore more deeply and joyfully the infinitely varied terrain of good books.'Clifton Fadiman, author of The New Lifetime Reading Plan: The Classical Guide to World Literature
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Joy of Reading'? A: 'The Joy of Reading' explores the love of literature and highlights 189 significant authors and their works throughout history, igniting a passion for reading among its readers.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Joy of Reading'? A: The author of 'The Joy of Reading' is Charles Van Doren, a well-known literary figure and educator.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Joy of Reading'? A: 'The Joy of Reading' contains 544 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of various literary works.
- Q: What kind of condition is this book in? A: 'The Joy of Reading' is classified as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have minor wear but is overall in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: What genres does 'The Joy of Reading' cover? A: 'The Joy of Reading' covers a wide range of genres including fiction, poetry, drama, children's literature, philosophy, history, and science.
- Q: When was 'The Joy of Reading' published? A: 'The Joy of Reading' was published on April 1, 2008.
- Q: Is 'The Joy of Reading' suitable for all ages? A: 'The Joy of Reading' is suitable for a wide audience, including both adults and young readers who have an interest in literature and classic works.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Joy of Reading' have? A: 'The Joy of Reading' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Can 'The Joy of Reading' help me choose books to read? A: 'The Joy of Reading' serves as a guide by recommending significant works and authors, making it a helpful resource for selecting future reading material.
- Q: What makes 'The Joy of Reading' different from other literary guides? A: 'The Joy of Reading' is distinctive due to Charles Van Doren's engaging writing style and his ability to connect the historical context of literature with the reader's experience.