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"Some books are to be tasted...

  •  Mon, Apr 09 2007, 9:49 PM

    "Some books are to be tasted...

    ...others to be swallowed; and some few to be chewed and digested."

    Francis Bacon (1561-1626) British statesman and philosopher.

    Books have always played a very important role in my life, and I'm sure it's the same for many (if not all) of the people here on the Undertow. Also, I've always considered a great pleasure sharing my favourite readings with friends and relatives. Truth must be said, I think books are among the best presents anyone could ever receive. 

    So... I was just wondering: what are you reading now, and what are the books that you would suggest to read? 
      
    I'm currently re-reading a novel by W.S. Maugham (Mrs. Craddock - A story of an unequal marriage), a collection of Japanese Tales and the last book by Akhil Reed Amar about the Constitution of the United Stated ("America's Constitution - A biography") which I definitely recommend to all those interested in legal history.
                                                                                                                         
    Thanks in advance to everyone who will share his/her thoughts.
    GG

    “The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” – William Arthur Ward
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