Books To Read And How To Read Them (1904)

By Hector Carsewell Macpherson

Book Overview

""Books To Read And How To Read Them"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Hector Carsewell Macpherson in 1904. This book is designed to help readers understand the art of reading and how to choose the right books to read. The author provides valuable insights into the different genres of literature and how to appreciate them. He also discusses the importance of developing good reading habits and how to cultivate them.The book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the different types of literature and how to read them. The author provides an overview of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, and other genres. He explains how to analyze and interpret different literary works and how to appreciate their unique qualities.The second part of the book is dedicated to the art of reading. The author discusses the different reading techniques, such as skimming, scanning, and intensive reading. He also provides tips on how to improve reading speed, comprehension, and retention.The final part of the book covers the practical aspects of reading. The author provides advice on how to choose the right books to read, how to create a reading list, and how to manage one's time effectively. He also discusses the benefits of reading and how it can enrich one's life.Overall, ""Books To Read And How To Read Them"" is an informative and practical guidebook for anyone who wants to improve their reading skills and discover new literary works. It is a timeless classic that is still relevant today, over a century after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164590200
• ISBN13: 9781164590200
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 294 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"