It is quite clear from the title that this thread deals with reading as a hobby. Actually, I was the thread-starter. I wanted to discuss reading with people who simply can’t do without it. I wanted to speak about beneficial effects of reading.
And that is why I have called it "Advantages of reading as a hobby”. But as it usually happens in on-line communities, other people influence our intentions a lot. That is why I can’t say that the thread is dedicated to positive sides of reading. It is about reading, what, how much and how.Not so many people have participated in the forum discussion. Only those ones who find reading a really special activity.
For them (or, better to say, for us) reading is a wonderful escape from the routine, an adventure and a learning experience. We are sure that it provides an opportunity for quiet, peaceful time alone and is the perfect way to relax after a busy day and various pressures of the real world. It is an activity that can be enjoyed anytime and anywhere. It is also a fantastic way to keep the mind sharp and to continually absorb knowledge.Be it fiction or non-fiction, when we read, we cannot help but learn and gain insight into ourselves.
As for the genres we prefer, nothing definite can be said. We read very different books, from light novels and detective stories to philosophical and scientific works. Modern literature deserves special attention. That’s why we name Banana Yoshimoto, Haruki Murakami and Anna Gavalda among our beloved writers.
The next question I have raised is how much to read. As lovefootball) has asked, "is there any limit”?And here our opinions differ. Some of us (me included) claim that it is wonderful to read several books at one and the same period of time. These books are usually very different: their genres, the problems they solve and the language they are written in. Rina: "reading several books at the same time, you have a possibility to choose)))”. When reading several books, one gets a better, a deeper understanding of them all.
But some of the participants of this discussion seem to have quite an opposite opinion.They are convinced that reading several books at a time is impossible, because in this case you will not be able to keep everything in mind, you will simply forget things and lose track of plot-lines. Different people have different lifestyles. Why not have different reading styles then? Let the problem of how much and what to read remain an open question.
You know, some people say, "I like to read but I do not have time for that! ” Do not believe such great liars! We do manage to find time to satisfy our needs. Why not just once turn your TV-set and computer off?They steal our time! Take a book instead. And if you really like reading, participate in our discussion! We will be very lucky to welcome you! I have noticed one peculiar feature of all people whose hobby is reading: they like to share impressions and emotions. The more people they can do it with, the better. People, read whatever you want.
But read! Read whenever you want. But don’t lose that great opportunity to dive into parallel worlds! Reading develops literacy, creativity and imagination. Reading can even make one a different person.
