I think reading books can improve your punctuation, spelling, and grammar. I notice people that don't read often have sub-par abilities in that area.
*cough cough*
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I think reading books can improve your punctuation, spelling, and grammar. I notice people that don't read often have sub-par abilities in that area.
*cough cough*
I love the drama and passion of Victor Hugo.
When I am done with school, I think I will buy a book and stay in my pajamas under the covers until I have finished reading it. I hope it will be raining.
I don't have sub-par grammar and punctuation abilities. That is even though the last book I read for pure entertainment was a goosebump 13 years ago.Quote:
Originally Posted by vashti [Dear Guest/Member you have to reply to see the link.click here to register]
Well, I know for one that if you ain't got english as your first language its a brilliant way to keep it up if you don't speak it on an everyday basis, I haven't read a swedish book in ages but have gone through a bunch of english ones over the past few years.
It's portable, interesting and screen-less.
I've read ferociously since I was eight years old. I'm always astonished by people who say things like "I don't read". It's like saying "I don't listen to music."
I read every single night. Even if I come home at 4.30am off my tits, i'll still read before I go to sleep. It's one of my most deeply ingrained habits and one of my great loves.
Says the guy who doesn't know the difference between then and than.Quote:
Originally Posted by Only-virgins [Dear Guest/Member you have to reply to see the link.click here to register]
Vash my partner is very well read and loves Sci Fi novels.
He recommends based on his current reading Peter F. Hamilton.
Start with Pandora’s star
i love books by edward abbey. anything he writes is good.
Vash, basically I think I gave you lots of hints. And I amde a clear mention on Dune. Oh, and if he has no clear border of liking sci-fi or horror then Bradburys "Kaleidoscope" is good too. Its a collection of short sci-fi and horror stories. Not particulary gold, but good reading anyways...
But I truly suggest Douglas Adams though. "Hitchhikers guide to galaxy" and all the sequels. But if he is a reader, he probably has red it already... ask him.
Hitchhiker's Guide is good, but only if you think he can appreciate British humor and wacky science fiction.
I read "Around the World in Eighty Days" a looong time ago but really liked it
True. But reading in English is good for native English speakers, too. It increases your vocabulary. And good authors can use words in a way that you won't encounter in a magazine article or on the internet.Quote:
Well, I know for one that if you ain't got english as your first language its a brilliant way to keep it up if you don't speak it on an everyday basis, I haven't read a swedish book in ages but have gone through a bunch of english ones over the past few years.
I agree.Quote:
Originally Posted by Charlie Boy II
Vash, I'm not really into Science Fiction/Fantasy so I don't know if I can help in that area, but I just read a book called "House of Leaves" by Mark Danielewski. It was recommended by a guy. If you buy it, make sure you flip through it. It's wacky.
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Originally Posted by Charlie Boy II [Dear Guest/Member you have to reply to see the link.click here to register]
I agree. I love reading. I usually read before bed most nights.
On the flip side I hate those pseudo intellectual types who say they don't watch television and only read. It is like you have just said you have a communicable disease if you admit to watching a bit of telly. :upset:
The Natural is a good book. I read that my sophomore year. It's a story of a guy who makes it into the big leagues, makes quite a bit of money, and chases after women. It's a good story. One of the few books I read in school that I actually liked.
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