Tag #Reading

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A Lifetime of Reading: Evolving Perspectives on Literature

A personal essay recounts the author's lifelong relationship with books, tracing how their literary preferences and interpretations shifted from childhood favorites like the Grimms' fairy tales and Jennings stories to later discoveries such as Zola's "Germinal," Woolf's "Mrs. Dalloway," and Trollope...

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Afghan Women Find Solace in Books Amidst Taliban Restrictions

In Afghanistan under Taliban rule, women are increasingly turning to novels and self-help books as an escape from mental distress and a means of self-improvement due to restrictions on education and limited opportunities, with sales of religious texts also rising significantly.

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Declining Book Reading in America: Impact of Social Media and Screen-Based Reading

A recent decline in book reading among Americans, supported by Gallup and Bureau of Labor Statistics data, is linked to increased social media use and screen-based reading habits, impacting comprehension and critical thinking.

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Digital Screens Rewiring Brains: Impact on Reading and Attention

This article explores the neurological impact of digital screens on reading comprehension and attention spans, particularly among children, arguing that constant digital stimulation "rewires" the brain, potentially hindering cognitive development and critical thinking.

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Author's Literary Journey: Formative Books and Their Impact

This article details an author's formative reading experiences, ranging from childhood favorites like "The Berenstain Bears" to impactful nonfiction like "Lies My Teacher Told Me," alongside influences from notable writers like Roald Dahl and Astrid Lindgren.

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A Life in Books: Hannelore Schlaffer's Literary Journey

German literary scholar Hannelore Schlaffer reflects on her lifelong relationship with books, from childhood favorites to influential works by Sartre and Adorno, highlighting the social and intellectual dimensions of reading.

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Gender Imbalance in UK Nonfiction Publishing

A new prize, the Women's Prize for Nonfiction, aims to address the significant gender imbalance in UK nonfiction publishing, where over 60% of titles on bestseller lists are by men, and female authors receive fewer awards and reviews.

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Books That Shaped a Writer's Journey

The author recounts how various books throughout their life profoundly influenced their writing style and career path, from early exposure to medical texts to influential works such as Solzhenitsyn's "Gulag Archipelago" and the rediscovering of childhood literature.

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Brain Rot" Named 2024 Word of the Year: Literary Fiction as a Cognitive Countermeasure

Oxford University Press named "Brain Rot", the decline in mental capacity from excessive trivial online content, as its 2024 Word of the Year; the article advocates for reading literary fiction to improve cognitive skills and counteract this trend, offering specific book recommendations.

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Mental Stimulation Shown to Significantly Benefit Brain Health

A study from Neuroscience News shows that engaging in mentally stimulating activities like reading and crafts is significantly better for brain health than watching TV or playing video games; 45% of dementia cases are potentially preventable through lifestyle changes.

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NPR's Year-End Reading Guide: Diverse Memoirs Reflect Societal Shifts

NPR's year-end reading guide highlights over 50 biographies and memoirs offering diverse perspectives on relationships, family, illness, and social justice, reflecting evolving societal norms and scientific understanding.

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EU Book Reading Habits: A Diverse Landscape

Analysis of book reading habits across the EU reveals significant variations between countries and demographics. Younger generations and women read more frequently.

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