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A review by readwithmeemz
How to Read Now by Elaine Castillo
4.0
Sharp, smart, thoughtful, and inspiring, How to Read Now is part cultural commentary; Parr pop culture criticism; Part review; And part guide to consume media. This is a broad essay collection, that covers a variety of themes, stories, perspectives, and media.
I expected this book to me more specifically and directly about reading comprehension; How to read, understand, and review books (& other media), and while it touches on that a few times, the title feels almost misleading, as the author is taking us on a journey through her life and her perspectives, shaped by media. Not to say I disliked this, I just didn’t expect it.
It’s well-researched, and well-argued, the kind of book that frequently had me highlighting passages I was inspired or ignited by. I enjoyed some of the essays more than others, but overall, I feel like I got a lot out the book, both in terms of learning, and enjoyment.
Castillo is smart, and uses her voice well, I enjoyed reading her perspectives, her pithy remarks, and the painstaking care she puts into every word. This was challenging, but engaging, the kind of book that excites you because you can feel it shaping the way you think.
I expected this book to me more specifically and directly about reading comprehension; How to read, understand, and review books (& other media), and while it touches on that a few times, the title feels almost misleading, as the author is taking us on a journey through her life and her perspectives, shaped by media. Not to say I disliked this, I just didn’t expect it.
It’s well-researched, and well-argued, the kind of book that frequently had me highlighting passages I was inspired or ignited by. I enjoyed some of the essays more than others, but overall, I feel like I got a lot out the book, both in terms of learning, and enjoyment.
Castillo is smart, and uses her voice well, I enjoyed reading her perspectives, her pithy remarks, and the painstaking care she puts into every word. This was challenging, but engaging, the kind of book that excites you because you can feel it shaping the way you think.