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The Recognitions

A complex and philosophical novel that delves into the world of art forgers and the religious movements of the early 20th century. more

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William Gaddis
William Gaddis

William Gaddis was an American novelist known for his complex narrative structures and profound philosophical insights. His works often explore the complexities of modern society and the conflicts between individuals and society. Gaddis's style is unique, often using extensive footnotes and references to provide readers with rich background information. more

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“As adults we choose our own reading material. Depending on our moods and needs we might read the newspaper, a blockbuster novel, an academic article, a women's magazine, a comic, a children's book, or the latest book that just about everyone is reading. No one chastises us for our choice. No one says, 'That's too short for you to read.' No one says, 'That's too easy for you, put it back.' No one says 'You couldn't read that if you tried -- it's much too difficult.' Yet if we take a peek into classrooms, libraries, and bookshops we will notice that children's choices are often mocked, censured, and denied as valid by idiotic, interfering teachers, librarians, and parents. Choice is a personal matter that changes with experience, changes with mood, and changes with need. We should let it be.”

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Book:Radical Reflections: Passionate Opinions on Teaching, Learning, and Living
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“Read what gives you delight—at least most of the time—and do so without shame. And even if you are that rare sort of person who is delighted chiefl y by what some people call Great Books, don’t make them your steady intellectual diet, any more than you would eat at the most elegant of restaurants every day. It would be too much. Great books are great in part because of what they ask of their readers: they are not readily encountered, easily assessed.”

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Book:The Pleasures of Reading in an Age of Distraction
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“أبسط مثال على أن الجودة لا علاقة لها بالشهرة، أن العالم يتفاجأ بعشرات المؤلفين والعلماء والأدباء غير المعروفين كل عام من خلال الجوائز العالمية مثل جائزة نوبل أو حتى جائزة البوكر، وإلى الآن العشرات من الحاصلين على نوبل ليسوا مشاهير لدى طوائف كثيرة في الوسط الثقافي نفسه.”

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Book:وأنقذتنا الصفحات: حكايات من ونس الكتب
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