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Great books I have discovered along the way
Reading is one of my favorite things to do. When I first started on Squidoo, one of the suggestions was to list 5 books that have changed your life. I came up with a list of 5 favorites - although maybe 'changed my life' is a bit extreme. Let's just say they are 5 books that have had an impact!
The 5 Books
- 1984 - George Orwell
Yes, it may be one of those 'classics' we all read, but it realy did have an impact on me. The ideas presented are just as relevent, if not more, in our society today, as the distinctions between truth and 'manufactured truth' continue to blur. Big Brother is watching! - Wealth of Nations - Adam Smith
Not exactly your 'summer beach read', but valuable nonetheless. It may be a bit wordy for today's reader, who prefers something more concise, but as a base for understanding economics, it can't be beat! - John Adams - David McCullough
Well-written biography of one of the greatest leaders of our time. Part of what led me to read this was curiosity as to why such a long book was a bestseller - I wasn't disappointed! - The World is Flat - Thomas Friedman
Perhaps not a classic, or even the best take on globalization, but ths book certainly contains many eye-opening observations and motivating thoughts on the future it couldn't be left off the list! (And it happens to be the latest book I have read) - First 2000 Years - W. Cleon Skousen
An interesting perspective on the first 2000 years of written history - a summary of not only the Bible, but other scripture and writings to give a more complete history of what may have taken place.
More info on my 5
The Wealth of Nations (Bantam Classics)
Amazon Price: $7.95 (as of 10/13/2008)
1984 (Signet Classics)
Amazon Price: $9.99 (as of 10/13/2008)
John Adams
Amazon Price: $25.08 (as of 10/13/2008)
![The World Is Flat [Updated and Expanded]: A Brief History of the Twenty-first Century](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/410FGAGYGPL._SL75_.jpg)
The World Is Flat [Updated and Expanded]: A Brief History of the Twenty-first Century
Amazon Price: $12.00 (as of 10/13/2008)
The first 2000 years
Amazon Price: (as of 10/13/2008)
Interesting Links
Looking for a recommendation for your next book? Or intersested in joining a book club? Check out these links, or add one of your own!
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BFuniv.com
Wonderful reads, but however did you limit it to just five books? Posted May 23, 2008 |
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Evelyn_Saenz
Fancy Nancy likes to keep books in the Bathroom that inspire the whole family to Read. Posted May 02, 2008 |
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Crystal_Booth
Great book lens! I hope you wil join my Favorite Authors and Novels Group. Hope to see you in the group! Posted April 15, 2007 |
