
The Year of Reading Dangerously
How Fifty Great Books Saved My Life
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Andy Miller
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Andy Miller
An editor and writer's vivaciously entertaining, and often moving, memoir — a true story that reminds us why we should all make time in our lives for books.
Nearing his fortieth birthday, author and critic Andy Miller realized he's not nearly as well read as he'd like to be. A devout book lover who somehow fell out of the habit of reading, he began to ponder the power of books to change an individual life—including his own—and to define the sort of person he would like to be. Beginning with a copy of Bulgakov's Master and Margarita that he happens to find one day in a bookstore, he embarks on a literary odyssey of mindful reading and wry introspection. From Middlemarch to Anna Karenina to A Confederacy of Dunces, these are books Miller felt he should read; books he'd always wanted to read; books he'd previously started but hadn't finished; and books he'd lied about having read to impress people.
Combining memoir and literary criticism, The Year of Reading Dangerously is Miller's heartfelt, humorous, and honest examination of what it means to be a reader. Passionately believing that books deserve to be read, enjoyed, and debated in the real world, Miller documents his reading experiences and how they resonated in his daily life and ultimately his very sense of self. The result is a witty and insightful journey of discovery and soul-searching that celebrates the abiding miracle of the book and the power of reading.
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"An eye for comic detail worthy of the young Evelyn Waugh." (The Observer)
"Fresh, joyfully uncynical and, above all, very funny." (Time Out)
He would be an interesting person to be friends with. I'm glad author was reader for proper emphasis
Fun amusing likable and I want to listen to several of the recommended selections
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The bottom line is if you want to read about that says meaningful things about famous works of literature, this isn't for you. If you want and clouded, muddled, and somewhat infuriating book about the authors strange and unconventional life, then have at it and have fun. Now that I have completed it, in spite of Mr. Miller said I needed to read the book 2-3 times to really "get it" I have other books I'd rather read and get more out of. I am even contemplating hitting the delete button and depositing it in the recycle bin. Good luck, if you've already bought this title--you'll need it.
The Worst Book About Books I've Ever Read
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What did you love best about The Year of Reading Dangerously?
Andy Miller's narration of his own work is perfect. He would have made a wonderful actor. The book is both moving and funny . . . very entertaining and ideal for book lovers.What was one of the most memorable moments of The Year of Reading Dangerously?
There were a lot of laugh-out-loud moments, but I was especially moved by the section on Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George. I love that Miller's wife calls him a "flamboyant heterosexual."Which character – as performed by Andy Miller – was your favorite?
He does himself very well, but he is also an excellent mimic.Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The prescription for reading: solitude and patience.Any additional comments?
I also love Andy's podcast: Backlisted. It's a "must-listen."Great book for book lovers!
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Gets to the heart of reading
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Witty, erudite, poignant, beautifully read
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had some hints for great books and entertaining
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starts very slow but worth sticking with it
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Inspiration
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Very enjoyable and inspiring!
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Andy Miller is very fond of going on tangents, even including a long letter that he never intended to send to an author that felt more like a page-filler than actual content. I was never quite sure when his train of thought would end. He never did explain how books saved his life. He had a goal of reading two bad books, and only got around to reading one of them. As far as I can tell, Chekhov's gun is still sitting on the mantel.
Fun, intelligent and long-winded
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