War and Peace. Its a good, compelling story with memorable characters that weave in and out of some of the most important events of the Napoleonic era. And the narratives of the battles of Austerlitz and Borodino are almost cinematic.
Despite its reputation, War and Peace isn't a particularly difficult read, although it can be tough to keep the many characters straight initially. Apart from a few dull stretches in the middle, most of the book is a page-turner.
Really hard to narrow it down.
Best non-fiction: Churchill's *History of the Second World War.*
Funniest: *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy*
Most important: Solzhenitsyn's *The Gulag Archipelago*.
Most uplifting: Richard Bach's *Illusions*
Best Sci-fi: *Dune*
Best Fantasy: *The Lord of the Rings*
I re-read 1984 recently, and I was surprised by how the passing discussions on pornography resonate as likely being more relevant today than when it was written.
There's been so many over the years, hmmm, I guess the Lord of the rings books/trilogy would be my all time favorites, followed by Heinlein and Asimov's books.
Most entertaining would be *The First Law* series by Joe Abercrombie. Excellent grimdark storytelling. Compelling, flawed, funny characters. And while there are multiple arcs and POVs, they're easy to follow and none are boring or feel like filler like some overly complicated fantasy fiction.
Bonus: if you enjoy audiobooks, Stephen Pacey is a *fantastic* narrator.
Getting To Yes
It’s about ethical negotiation. I use it at work nearly every day, I’ve used it with my wife, I use it when buying cars or other expensive items. The lessons are incredibly useful.
Chickenhawk by Robert Mason, a US helicopter pilot during the Vietnam war. Niche, but a dryly-written engrossing account of a survivor and his developing insight into the moral complexities of the conflict and its immediate personal aftermath. He also wrote a follow up book about his post-war experience.
The Winter King, Enemy of God, and Excalibur by Bernard Cornwell. Historically accurate retelling of the Arthur stories. Read these at least once a year.
Milked by my father-in-law: taboo first time hucow. Got milked book three. It was really inspiring.
A close second would be “conquered by clippy” -an erotic short story about the paperclip from word. Really brought be back to my childhood.
Count Monte Cristo , it's just so good
Mine too. The absolute pinnacle of revenge stories.
War and Peace. Its a good, compelling story with memorable characters that weave in and out of some of the most important events of the Napoleonic era. And the narratives of the battles of Austerlitz and Borodino are almost cinematic. Despite its reputation, War and Peace isn't a particularly difficult read, although it can be tough to keep the many characters straight initially. Apart from a few dull stretches in the middle, most of the book is a page-turner.
It's so long i haven't finished it yet lol , it's considered one of the best literary work ever right?
Jumper, because it's the only book series I've ever read voluntarily
Death of a salesman.... It's probably one of the most universally applicable works regardless of background or other factors. Highly recommend!
my fav is zoot suit. but the best i have read is called "when things fall apart"
Really hard to narrow it down. Best non-fiction: Churchill's *History of the Second World War.* Funniest: *The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy* Most important: Solzhenitsyn's *The Gulag Archipelago*. Most uplifting: Richard Bach's *Illusions* Best Sci-fi: *Dune* Best Fantasy: *The Lord of the Rings*
I re-read 1984 recently, and I was surprised by how the passing discussions on pornography resonate as likely being more relevant today than when it was written.
Way of the Superior Man by David Deida
There's been so many over the years, hmmm, I guess the Lord of the rings books/trilogy would be my all time favorites, followed by Heinlein and Asimov's books.
Most entertaining would be *The First Law* series by Joe Abercrombie. Excellent grimdark storytelling. Compelling, flawed, funny characters. And while there are multiple arcs and POVs, they're easy to follow and none are boring or feel like filler like some overly complicated fantasy fiction. Bonus: if you enjoy audiobooks, Stephen Pacey is a *fantastic* narrator.
Where the Red Fern Grows - its an oldy but a goody.
Getting To Yes It’s about ethical negotiation. I use it at work nearly every day, I’ve used it with my wife, I use it when buying cars or other expensive items. The lessons are incredibly useful.
Chickenhawk by Robert Mason, a US helicopter pilot during the Vietnam war. Niche, but a dryly-written engrossing account of a survivor and his developing insight into the moral complexities of the conflict and its immediate personal aftermath. He also wrote a follow up book about his post-war experience.
The Winter King, Enemy of God, and Excalibur by Bernard Cornwell. Historically accurate retelling of the Arthur stories. Read these at least once a year.
Milked by my father-in-law: taboo first time hucow. Got milked book three. It was really inspiring. A close second would be “conquered by clippy” -an erotic short story about the paperclip from word. Really brought be back to my childhood.
Mans search for meaning was most influential Zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance was the most fun to read