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Another Country by James Baldwin
adventurous
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This is one of the more immersive books I’ve read. Baldwin truly has a talent with both the language and the narrative elements of this book being captivating.
Sartre by Peter Caws
3.75
I think it was an amazing book, but personally I struggled with it only because I went into reading highly unprepared. I would definitely recommend further reading into satre before starting this book.
The Problems of Philosophy by Bertrand Russell
3.0
A good introduction to philosophy and even mathematical proof to degree. I think this book was very good the only reason I have rated it so low is due to my personal lack of interest as I normally prefer more moral philosophical texts.
Utopia by Thomas More
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
A masterpiece. I truly think this is one of the best books I have read for both entertainment but also spiritual nourishment. Despite the author himself being a christian and furthermore canonised, there is little emphasis on Christianity in his Utopia but instead a society based on common morality and good, allowing for his utopia to be applicable to varied demographics. On top of this I found the book delightfully comprehensive, once again encouraging a wider range of influence. Finally I enjoyed this as a historical text and I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in communism and Marxist ideals.
Mao by Jonathan D. Spence
informative
fast-paced
4.0
A good introductory piece but lacking a lot of the finer details, limiting one’s perspective on Mao himself.
Wild Swans: Three Daughters of China by Jung Chang
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
medium-paced
5.0
I was honestly unable to put this book down. The book truly engaged all of my emotions in a way very few pieces of literature have managed to. I would highly recommend this, especially to individuals who are interested in Chinese history.
Catholica: The Visual Culture of Catholicism by Suzanna Ivanic
informative
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
4.5
One of the most captivating non fictions I have personally read. I found the artistic examples used throughout were both beautiful and explained in an exceptional manner. All in all I really enjoyed this book, although I would have enjoyed more depth in regards to some subjects covered.
The Canterville Ghost, The Happy Prince and Other Stories by Oscar Wilde
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I enjoyed the themes of religion, human nature and social injustice within these short stories, although I found some of the endings predictable/repetitive.
1984 by George Orwell
4.5
Great political and narrative qualities although I found Orwell’s use of literary /language devises lacking and therefore limiting my personal enjoyment of the text.