I just ordered 5 books from amazon.  Thought I’d share what I will be reading the next few weeks.

How to Read a Book

Wait, how do you read a book if you can not read?  Yes the title is a bit of a paradox.  However, the subtitle reads “The Classic Guide to Intelligent Reading,” and that seems like a better title.  The book discusses everything from reading literature to reading in the sciences.

Kindle Edition: No

Amazon link: How to Read a Book (A Touchstone book)

Breakthrough Rapid Reading

I have never had a speed reading course or I have never read a book on speed reading.  So I figured I’d try this book out.  The reviews on Amazon said that it really changed their lives.  Some mention going from reading 200 words per minute to over 1,000 wpm.

Kindle Edition: Yes (One reviewer said some of the worksheets are missing.)

Amazon link: Breakthrough Rapid Reading

The Oxford Guide to Library Research

Whether you know it or not, library science is having some big debates.  There are questions like how do libraries work with the internet and manage digital ebooks for ereaders.  While this book will be helpful for research, I also hope it gives an introduction to some library science issues.

Kindle Edition: Yes

Amazon link: The Oxford Guide to Library Research

Writing for Computer Science

Got this book for research purposes.  While it is for computer science, hopefully there will be general research advice that I can share with everyone in any research field.

Kindle Edition: Yes

Amazon link: Writing for Computer Science

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The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth

I want to live a long and healthy life.  It should be a good reference book.  I’ve skimmed through most of it, and already have learned a few interesting things.  Did you know that dandelion (yes the weed that grows in your backyard) is actually  one of the healthiest leaf vegetables.

Kindle Edition: No

Amazon link: The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why