A true classic, How to Read a Book by Mortimer J. Adler and Charles Van Doren remains an essential guide to deep, intelligent reading. Originally published in 1940 and later revised.
the book systematically breaks down the different levels of reading—from basic comprehension to analytical and syntopical reading—teaching readers how to engage critically with texts.
Practical and insightful, it offers strategies for skimming, evaluating arguments, and extracting key ideas. With its enduring relevance, this book is an invaluable tool for students, scholars, and anyone seeking to become a more thoughtful and effective reader.
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