Ive never been a 'book worm' if thats what its still called, I actually dont ever recall reading a book (beyond 30 ish pages) cover to cover. I have actually loathed books my entire life. I have always enjoyed reading informative articles online though (not politics) and want to give actual reading a try. I am not a very imaginative person so sticking to the informative, science type books would be more appealing. I was actually a 'smart' kid in school but as an adult working I feel like my brain isnt getting stimulated and I'm getting slow.
My interests consist of: Cars (more the mechanical and design side than the actual item itself), Photography, running, field hockey, football (soccer).
Im intrigued by: geology, chemistry, plant biology/botany, sport and the human body, potentially self help type stuff as a struggling 23 y/o (books on social interaction?) and even philosophy. Although my mind struggles to understand a lot of the philosophical thinking it does interest me.
Would love some suggestions! Maybe we could try keep things a little more beginner friendly as to not scare me away 😅
Thank you so very much for any suggestions.
by Le_Shwinestager
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My advice is find a used book store. You’ll see stuff in there that matches your interests and you’ll see stuff that you didn’t even know you were interested in.
The Sixth Extinction by Elizabeth Kolbert may be up your alley.
I remember it being a very captivating read for a non-fiction book, certainly a little doom and gloom because it’s about man’s effect on biodiversity and our role in causing another extinction, but well written. She’s a Pulitzer winning journalist.