Books

[frontrangeclone]

To the Folks who mentioned The Fountainhead and Into the Wild, both are very good books, enjoyed them immensely(also found Rand's view while too rigid, to an extent true).

Since I haven't seen a anyone mention him yet, any Ray Bradbury, especially 451 should be read.

Since "Into the Wild" has received some attention on this post, I'll recommend a couple of Krakauer's other pieces of work that are pretty darn good "Into Thin Air"- about the '96 Everest expedition gone bad (he was on it), and "Under the Banner of Heaven" which focuses on Mormon fundamentalism...

 

[Iastfan112]

Since "Into the Wild" has received some attention on this post, I'll recommend a couple of Krakauer's other pieces of work that are pretty darn good "Into Thin Air"- about the '96 Everest expedition gone bad (he was on it), and "Under the Banner of Heaven" which focuses on Mormon fundamentalism...

"Into Thin Air" is good as well, though I'd say inferior to "Into the Wild". Krakauer caught quite a bit of flak for his writing of both pieces, romantically potraying Chris McCandless and what many viewed as inaccurate accounts of the Everest expedition.

 

[bos]

Since "Into the Wild" has received some attention on this post, I'll recommend a couple of Krakauer's other pieces of work that are pretty darn good "Into Thin Air"- about the '96 Everest expedition gone bad (he was on it), and "Under the Banner of Heaven" which focuses on Mormon fundamentalism...

I like the way Krakauer writes. His style seems like he's right there with you as an old friend telling a story. Seems to draw me in. Ill have to check out some of his other books.

 

[cyismydog]

I've read over 300 fiction books this year, (being sick had a lot to do with it) Basically, pick out something you like, and run with it. Interlibrary SILO loan is a great, great, thing.

 

[Cyclone62]

Just went to Barnes and Noble yesterday to get a new book. I grabbed Palahniuk's Rant. It's written as an oral history, so I'm still getting the hang of following it. I hope it's as good as his other stuff.

 

[isucyfan]

Just went to Barnes and Noble yesterday to get a new book. I grabbed Palahniuk's Rant. It's written as an oral history, so I'm still getting the hang of following it. I hope it's as good as his other stuff.

I liked "Rant", but not as well as some of his other stuff. It's definitely unique, like most of his stuff!

 

[Cyclone62]

How did Invisible Monsters go for you? I was torn between Rant and that one yesterday. I may have to go back sometime and grab it.

 

[isucyfan]

How did Invisible Monsters go for you? I was torn between Rant and that one yesterday. I may have to go back sometime and grab it.

"Invisible Monsters" was my least favorite, but I know others loved it. I sniffed out the "twist" in that one, and that might have done it for me. I actually really liked "Haunted" and that one was kind of critically panned, so what do I know? You might love "Monsters"!

 

[Cyclone62]

How's "Lullaby"? Have you read that one? I've only read Diary, Choke, and Fight Club.

 

[MadCy]

I've been reading Augusten Borroughs books lately. Running with Scissors is his most popular. I really enjoyed Dry and Magical Thinking.

 

[isucyfan]

How's "Lullaby"? Have you read that one? I've only read Diary, Choke, and Fight Club.

I have, and liked it better than Rant, Invisible Monsters, and Snuff.

My faves are Choke, Haunted, and Survivor.

 

[madcityCY]

just finished "Cradle to Cradle"

next up, either "the Ecology of Commerce" or "the agony and the ecstasy"... i haven't decided

 

[isucyfan]

I've been reading Augusten Borroughs books lately. Running with Scissors is his most popular. I really enjoyed Dry and Magical Thinking.

Did you know that Burroughs' brother wrote an autobiography about growing up in that family with Asperger's Syndrome? It's supposed to be good...it's called "Look Me in the Eye".

 

[Bubbahotep]

Uncle John's bathroom reader, Fast-Acting, Long Lasting edition

 

[MadCy]

Did you know that Burroughs' brother wrote an autobiography about growing up in that family with Asperger's Syndrome? It's supposed to be good...it's called "Look Me in the Eye".

I hadn't heard that. I'll definitely be checking that out. Thanks!

 

[UNIClone]

I am in the middle of reading Paul Shirley's Book, "Can I Keep my Jersey?" I love his humor and sarcasm.

 

[LeaningCy]

I'm reading The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing. Highly recommended!

 

[Angie]

How did Invisible Monsters go for you? I was torn between Rant and that one yesterday. I may have to go back sometime and grab it.

I liked Invisible Monsters, butwould recommend Lullaby if you're trying to choose between the two. It's got a truly interesting premise.

 

[rhillary]

Just got finished with the graphic novel "Watchmen" (just in time for the movie!) and I am starting on "The Warren Buffet Way".

 

[cycoticfan]

1969: The Year Everything Changed

If you were 10 - 30 you will want to read this one, very defining of the times. Even if you weren't around, this book is a great read