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The Lifetime Reading List
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Have you ever thought, "I want to read more," but not known how or where to start? The Lifetime Reading List,
with over 1,000 books listed and briefly described, will help you chart your personal journey through the world of books.
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FICTION:
Reading fiction is immensely rewarding, whether you read for enjoyment, self-understanding, knowledge of the world,
or for all of these reasons. The Lifetime Reading List contains compelling
works of fiction, including novels, short stories, and poetry. The list includes both literary fiction and
gripping page-turners in genres such as Science Fiction and Mystery.
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NONFICTION:
The nonfiction list features compelling books that will pique your curiosity and broaden your horizons. With
sections covering 13 different subject areas, this list includes books ranging from Travel and Adventure, Science,
and Business, to Memoir, Psychology, and Philosophy and Religion.
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CLASSICS:
Classic literature communicates a unique vision of life in a compelling and extraordinary way. However, without
having a clear sense of where to start, reading the classics can be intimidating. The Lifetime Reading List not
only lists the most accessible classics, but offers practical guidance about where to begin. The list also includes
compelling biographies and works of history.
The Lifetime Reading List is the most useful booklist ever developed for the general reader. Whether you want
to read fiction for the simple pleasure of getting lost in a good book, read nonfiction to expand your knowledge, or
read the classics to gain a greater appreciation of human history, the Lifetime Reading List will be your map
and compass on your journey through the world of books.
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Reading allows us to transcend our limitations.
