How to Read A Book - Mortimer J Adler
I just finished up Mortimer Adler’s How to Read A Book. I give this a 4 out of 5. Here is the summary and my three take-aways
Book: How to Read A Book - The classic guide to intelligent reading
Author: Mortimer J. Adler and Charles Van Doren
Pages 336
Read: 2021
Publication date: 1940 and 1972
Three Take-Aways / Actions:
Have an intentional reading plan for each book
Understand the author’s point and clearly articulate that point. Answer the question What does this mean for me?
Remain open to the author’s ideas while I am reading. Remember that I can’t fully understand a book if I refuse to hear what the author is saying
Have you read this book? Share your thoughts and key take-aways in the comment.