I reread most books that strike me at some point, even novels. I started making a list and realized it would be way too large.
The longer between re-reads, the more you stand to gain, though I'm coming to the conclusion that all non-fiction books, especially how-to, should be read almost immediately if you want to really soak up the knowledge. I've been a bit slack about this and reading in general lately though.
I think I reread it more than once and probably will again.
I've noticed a few guys don't really vibe with that book. For me, it was more about the "state" that it put me in than putting too much stock in the symbolism. The first time I read it was when I first moved to Southeast Asia and was setting out to travel the world. It's especially appealing to adventurers/travelers, but it also played a large role in my choosing to put some roots down for a while in each place I went and get my money right instead of chasing the horizon.
One of Paul Coelho's greatest strengths is the simple yet emotional tone of his writing, which leaves messages that really aren't that profound rolling around in your head long after you set the book down. Sometimes we over-complicate life and Coelho brings it back to the basics.
I think more rational men often don't "get it" because it doesn't match their thought patterns and approach to life.
The longer between re-reads, the more you stand to gain, though I'm coming to the conclusion that all non-fiction books, especially how-to, should be read almost immediately if you want to really soak up the knowledge. I've been a bit slack about this and reading in general lately though.
Quote: (06-05-2014 09:38 PM)turuk Wrote:
You reread the alchemist? It was a good book but to reread it? I don't know why some people like that book so much. There is a lot of symbolism in the book but I didn't think it was mindblowing.
I think I reread it more than once and probably will again.
I've noticed a few guys don't really vibe with that book. For me, it was more about the "state" that it put me in than putting too much stock in the symbolism. The first time I read it was when I first moved to Southeast Asia and was setting out to travel the world. It's especially appealing to adventurers/travelers, but it also played a large role in my choosing to put some roots down for a while in each place I went and get my money right instead of chasing the horizon.
One of Paul Coelho's greatest strengths is the simple yet emotional tone of his writing, which leaves messages that really aren't that profound rolling around in your head long after you set the book down. Sometimes we over-complicate life and Coelho brings it back to the basics.
I think more rational men often don't "get it" because it doesn't match their thought patterns and approach to life.
Beyond All Seas
"The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe.
To be your own man is a hard business. If you try it, you'll be lonely often, and sometimes
frightened. But no price is too high to pay for the privilege of owning yourself." - Kipling
"The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe.
To be your own man is a hard business. If you try it, you'll be lonely often, and sometimes
frightened. But no price is too high to pay for the privilege of owning yourself." - Kipling