Reading
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
My personal favorites are the Myst trilogy, by Rand Miller, one of the masterminds behind the Myst phenomenom... and the Mars trilogy, by Kim Stanley Robinson. I agree with what you say about reading. I find that I go in quicker phases though: I get interested in reading again and read for about as long as it takes to get through a trilogy, and then I lose interest. When I have the interest though, it's very strong; I have to read a lot every day :) When I'm out of the programming mood, I find reading to be a good way to urge myself to get back into it. I'm reading "Just for Fun" right now, by Linus Torvalds. Makes you want to hack :) -Jason nirgle.bitdevil.com
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
try douglas adams - he wrote sci-fi what is not sci-fi and is very readable and funny for me, he wrote detective stories where you know murder from begin and know one traveling-story too heller's catch 22 - can't be wrong i like classic detective stories: dashiel hammett, raymond chandler, ross macdonald (warning there are minimaly 2 mcdonalds - one is quite deniele steel-like) many other good books (but some of them are not in english or another versions) t!
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
Read all of Isaac Asimov's works. Make sure you don't miss his mysteries [non-sci-fiction] Also check out Arthur C Clarke Nish Sonork ID 100.9786 voidmain www.busterboy.org If you don't find me on CP, I'll be at Bob's HungOut
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
Here's a list of books that I have enjoyed: http://www.sagara.org/books.php Enjoy! Jon Sagara "There are lies, damned lies and statistics." -- Mark Twain.
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
Personally, I enjoy sci-fi by William Gibson and Bruce Sterling quite much. Gibson's Neuromancer is a must. The newest books "Idoru" and "All tomorrows parties" are very good. Sterling's "Holy Fire" and "Distraction" are also very good. If you feel for a laugh, the Discworld fantasy series by Terry Pratchett is highly recommended. Cheers, /Fredrik Do you Sonork? I do! 100.11430 PhatBoy
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
Konstantin Vasserman wrote: I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. I think it's great to get away from techo stuff to broaden your own creative abilities and stimulate the neurons. For relaxation I read almost anything that I can lay my hands on even if I do not fully understand the authors language. By the end of the book or novel you have learned something anyhow. :-) Contemorary English fiction authors in my bookshelf include : Andy Mcnab, Cambell Armstrong, Ben Elton, Robert Ludlum, Isacc Asimov, Wilbur Smith, Stephen Frey, Iain M Banks, John Darnton, Tom Clancy, George Bernau, Stephen King, Morris West, Clive Cussler, errata.. ad nauseum Plus, I have a very outstanding collection of classics at my call, mostly in English and French, that I have inherited. Also, I try to go to my local library on a regular basis. My biggest problem Konstantin after having read so much Techno/Science trash, is that I tend to read to fast and not fully enjoy novels for what they are, So I have to reread many sections to get the fuller meaning. Regardz Colin J Davies
Sonork ID 100.9197:Colin
I live in Bob's HungOut now
Colin is a big fan of William Goldberg and Frank Tipler and of course Billy Connerly
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
Konstantin Vasserman wrote: What kind of literature do you like? Anything that expands the mind Konstantin! That is why I am heavily into Science Fiction. Nothing broadens the horizons more than sci-fi. Konstantin Vasserman wrote: Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Ian M Banks Isaac Asimov Arthur C Clarke David Bryn Phillip K Dick I could go on and on but start with those and you won't be the poorer. Frankly I don't know how people manage to read technical books that they don't have to read. e.g. I am studying for my MCP 70-100 exam and naturally have to read through a tomb of information. It is excruciating! No heros, evil forces, adventures, discoveries or even an interesting plot. Just endless pages of technical reference. So dull! regards, Paul Watson Bluegrass Cape Town, South Africa Do you Sonork? I do! 100.9903 Stormfront "The greatest thing you will ever learn is to love, and be loved in return" - Moulin Rouge
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
Konstantin Vasserman wrote: Do you guys/girls read a lot? I myself would normally get through one or two books a week, in the sci/fi or fantasy genre. I would recommend these authors for you: Peter F Hamilton (Excellent sci/fi) Robert Jordan (Fantasy) Harry Turtledove (alternate history - ww2 with alien invasion!) I am also slogging through ATL COM programming at work at the moment :( - not my usual kind of book Roger Allen Using his mates account as his PC is bust.
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
Tom Clancy is always a good read. His earlier stuff is better, like 'The Hunt For Red October' and 'Red Storm Rising'. Iain Banks, without the M - his science fiction stuff leaves me cold but his other books such as 'The Wasp Factory', 'The Crow Road' etc is very good. Some of the classics such as Dickens and Sherlock Holmes adventures are certainly worth a read too. The Red Dwarf books are very funny and provide a nice slant on the original television series. Michael :-)
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Tom Clancy is always a good read. His earlier stuff is better, like 'The Hunt For Red October' and 'Red Storm Rising'. Iain Banks, without the M - his science fiction stuff leaves me cold but his other books such as 'The Wasp Factory', 'The Crow Road' etc is very good. Some of the classics such as Dickens and Sherlock Holmes adventures are certainly worth a read too. The Red Dwarf books are very funny and provide a nice slant on the original television series. Michael :-)
If you just want to get away from the techo stuff for a while, you must read P G Wodehouse... Dave Carkeet.
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Tom Clancy is always a good read. His earlier stuff is better, like 'The Hunt For Red October' and 'Red Storm Rising'. Iain Banks, without the M - his science fiction stuff leaves me cold but his other books such as 'The Wasp Factory', 'The Crow Road' etc is very good. Some of the classics such as Dickens and Sherlock Holmes adventures are certainly worth a read too. The Red Dwarf books are very funny and provide a nice slant on the original television series. Michael :-)
I agree about Tom Clancy. I'll be reading his other works after i've finished Rainbow Six. :) Simon Hey, it looks like you're writing a letter! Sonork ID 100.10024
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try douglas adams - he wrote sci-fi what is not sci-fi and is very readable and funny for me, he wrote detective stories where you know murder from begin and know one traveling-story too heller's catch 22 - can't be wrong i like classic detective stories: dashiel hammett, raymond chandler, ross macdonald (warning there are minimaly 2 mcdonalds - one is quite deniele steel-like) many other good books (but some of them are not in english or another versions) t!
and try to find Tsutomu Shimomura's book (wroten with markof(f)) in my coutry was named "hunting for kevin" exciting real (just really little biy sugared) story t!
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I have recently rediscovered reading of non-technical literature. :) I can't say that I had been reading a lot before, but I always had something to read. Then there were several years in my life when I stopped reading. I was busy adapting to the new country where I have moved, new language and trying to build my life back up from scratch again. About a couple of years ago I've felt that I've got to the point where my life is fairly stable and I felt the need to read again. So I had picked up some of the books that I've enjoyed in the past and I was also introduced to a few new names. I am really enjoying reading again. Nothing quite compares to a good book. So I was wondering what other people are reading these days? I mean non-technical stuff. Do you guys/girls read a lot? What kind of literature do you like? Any recommendations, suggestions of good books, authors? Thanks.
I wish I had *time* to rediscover fiction. When I had time, my favourite books where The Hitch-hikers Guide to the Galaxy trilogy ( in five parts, although the last two are not so great ) by Douglas Adams ANYTHING by Terry Pratchett, Tom Clancy, Peirs Anthony, Harry Harrison. I, Robert and the Rest of the Robots by Isaac Asimov The Winnie the Pooh books by A.A. Milne. But two books I have read relatively recently and reread several times are 'The Silicon Boys and their valley of dreams' by David A Kaplan ( largely for the stories about Bill Gates ), and The Justice Game by Geoffrey Robertson. I particularly recommend the latter if you enjoy reading well written prose. He is a lawyer and the book recounts some of his more significant cases. Christian After all, there's nothing wrong with an elite as long as I'm allowed to be part of it!! - Mike Burston Oct 23, 2001
Sonork ID 100.10002:MeanManOz
I live in Bob's HungOut now
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My personal favorites are the Myst trilogy, by Rand Miller, one of the masterminds behind the Myst phenomenom... and the Mars trilogy, by Kim Stanley Robinson. I agree with what you say about reading. I find that I go in quicker phases though: I get interested in reading again and read for about as long as it takes to get through a trilogy, and then I lose interest. When I have the interest though, it's very strong; I have to read a lot every day :) When I'm out of the programming mood, I find reading to be a good way to urge myself to get back into it. I'm reading "Just for Fun" right now, by Linus Torvalds. Makes you want to hack :) -Jason nirgle.bitdevil.com
I found a delightful tale - "Wicked." I don't recall the author offhand, but it's "The Wizard of Oz" told from the Wicked Witch's point of view. Well written, and it makes a good case for the theory that Dorothy was a spoiled, nasty bich who just screwed things up for everyone concerned.