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Do you read non-fiction?

The last non-fiction book I read was Suppressed Inventions and Other Discoveries by Jonathan Eisen. I thought it would have been more beliveable if it had pretended to be fiction.
 
For some really interesting non-fiction, check out John Mcphee. His essays run the gamut, and then some! How about a whole book covering the orange! Sounds deadly dull, until you get into it a few pages:D I guess it`s partly his writing style that`s so keen-o, and also the anecdotes, and the personalities he brings forth. Another great non-fiction writer that we`re all familiar with- William Least-Heat Moon. I think both of these writers project so much of themselves into their writing, and that`s what makes `em so fascinating. Dan-o
 
No, no, and no and no..... Why would I? Do we read to be reminded how the world is in reality?
And to begin is there anytning such as *non-fiction*? ;)
Someone should read the intro to Bradbury's to the Hermitage:
'This is my story ....'

Morry
 
I read more non-fiction then fiction. I love history books and also like popular science books. I am currently reading "The Cross and the Crescent" by Richard Fletcher. It is about the history of Christianity and Islam. I have not got very far yet because i have had busy week but I can't wait to really start to get into it.
 
I'm not that fond of nonfiction. I have yet to find a nonfiction piece that is interesting to me. Because it really happened, it doesn't seem interesting to read. I find the books i enjoy are ones that probably happen in real life. It seems to open a new world you can escape to.
 
Originally posted by Dawn
The criticism on 'Tis is why I haven't read it. I'm afraid would be disappointed. Haven't read A Monk Swimming. I'd like to hear if anyone has read it.
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Don't ever be put off by other people's criticism of a book. I have found some wonderful books that others have told me were rubbish.
 
I read non fiction all the time. I love to read about other people's lives, and history. I have just ordered a book about Jane Austen and also one about Krakatoa and the world wide effects the eruption had.

I must admit that I will read just about anything I can get my hands on.:D
 
It sounds like we may have similar tastes, Vicky, so I would highly recommend anything by David McCullough. He is, for my money, the finest writer of popular history on Earth.
The Krakatoa book looks interesting, but I was a little underwhelmed by The Professor and the Madman .
 
Thanks for that funes. I love reading about history and the lives other people have experienced. I will have a look at David McCullough, and let you know what I think. I will let you know what the Krakatoa books is like. I can't wait for my next delivery/ We buy so many books here, we are going to have to build a new room to store them soon..........:D
 
Well, it's nice to know that I am not the only one (compulsive book-buyer, that is). If you can find it, I recommend you start with McCullough's Brave Companions. His other books are longer, though each that I have read has been wonderful.
 
I read both fiction and non-fiction, although a lot more of the former, which i find often more accessable

More specifically, i read a lot of history, nature and science based books - ive just finished 'In the Heart of the Sea' by Nathaniel Philbrick, very harrowing story of the crew of a wrecked whaleboat - the event was the basis for Moby Dick. Its a good read if you dont mind reading about others misfortune!

Also, a while ago i read 'McQueen' by Christopher Sandford, a biography of the movie icon - very interesting read if you like to know about the history of the movies. In a similar vein, i'd also recommend Peter Biskind's books about Hollywood :)
 
Originally posted by funes
I would highly recommend anything by David McCullough. He is, for my money, the finest writer of popular history on Earth.
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The only thing I've read by him is "Adams," and I really liked that, but then, I'm interested in anything about the Founding Fathers.
 
I am always telling myself that I should read more non-fiction. On a scale, i would say that for every non-fiction book I read, I would read around 7 fiction books.

Non-fiction books that I read are biographies, true crime, and war history!
 
I usually have at least one nonfiction book in the works -- most often history, baseball, or film.
 
Originally posted by Dawn
Unfortunately, I don't read much nonfiction. I did, however read Angela's Ashes. Great stuff there. Has anyone read the follow-up book - 'Tis?
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I've read both of Frank McCourt's memoirs, and I have also met him. In spite of, or because of his early poverty, he has a real sparkle in his eyes and has a great sense of humor.
 
Hi I'm new to this forum, but I hardly ever read fiction. I think if you are going to spend time reading , you should learn something new and interesting. I find that real life is more intriguing. Although I do like Stephen King. Mandalay
 
Hi everyone, some of the best non-fiction books I have read are
*Sir Isaac Newton , The Last Sorcerer
*Galileos Daughter
*Pythagoras' Trousers
*The Surgeon of Crowthorne
*Beethoven's Hair
*The Queens Conjuror
Has anybody read any of these and what do they think? Mandalay
 
Do you read non-fiction?

mandalay, like you I read mostly non-fiction. I've not read the books that you mentioned, but did see "Galileo's Daughter."

Since I'm going deaf, and van Beethvoven is my favorite composer, I might like to read, "Beethoven's Hair." Is it his biography, and is it worth reading?

My memoir, "Heroes from the Attic," is as strange as fiction, but it is all true. You may read it in its entirety at www.herobooks.com.

Please let me know what you think about it?

Thanks,
Time-warped Herman
 
Dear hero, Beethovens Hair is an account of the research done on a locket containing a piece of his hair through DNA testing. Also running parallel is the historical account of how the hair came to be in possession of the people who wanted to find out what caused Beethovens illness. Its worth the read but can be a little slow. It is interesting to read the final outcome of the DNA testing.
 
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