Michelle Engbino

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Are there books that changed the way you see the world?

Just wrapped up Animal Farm and wow, what a perspective shift I got! It’s amazing how a great book can transport you and make you rethink the world. 📚 Anyone else had a book shake up their worldview? Let’s share the stories that stuck with us and swap recommendationss while we’re at it. Settle in and let the book chat begin! I'm excited to read a book or two from your favourites list.

 
1984. I remember reading all about Big Brother and what the future may hold when I was at school. Scary how much of this has come true
 
When I arrived in Australia 55 years ago I met a wonderful elderly woman who suggested that I read 3 books that she thoroughly recommended as an introduction to the real Australia.

They were
1 We of the never never.
2 No roads go by.
3. Crow on a barbed wire fence.

How right she was. Sadly I don't have the books anymore but they taught me so much about the wonderful land I now call home.
 
" Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro. That will really change your perspective!
 
Won't change your life, apart from maybe a few smiles and a good laugh .......
The Loaded Dog ...
Short story by Henry Lawson
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"Four legs good, two legs better!"
The Pigs became politicians and censored the past!!
 
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The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy!
A Trilogy in five parts!
 
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I have really enjoyed any books by Nora Roberts and for historical books Phillipa Gregory.
 
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The Princess Bride by William Goldman

Fantastic unusual book made into an equally fantastic movie.
 
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The Bible
 
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1984. I remember reading all about Big Brother and what the future may hold when I was at school. Scary how much of this has come true
Thanks for sharing, @Mikev! I actually can't wait to read this next. I took a break from reading brain-busting books for now, but 1984 seems promising!
 
When I arrived in Australia 55 years ago I met a wonderful elderly woman who suggested that I read 3 books that she thoroughly recommended as an introduction to the real Australia.

They were
1 We of the never never.
2 No roads go by.
3. Crow on a barbed wire fence.

How right she was. Sadly I don't have the books anymore but they taught me so much about the wonderful land I now call home.
Wow, that's such a lovely encounter, @JackiW! I hope you were able to share what you learned with others too 😊 I'm sad to hear that you don't have the books anymore, and I totally understand how it feels since I treasure my books as if they were jewels. Can you share more things that you read from these books? I'd love to hear them! 🙏🏻
 
" Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro. That will really change your perspective!
I started reading this in 2023 but I never really got around to finishing it. Maybe this is my sign to pick it up again 😅 How did it change your perspective, @electricblanket?
 
Won't change your life, apart from maybe a few smiles and a good laugh .......
The Loaded Dog ...
Short story by Henry Lawson
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This looks like a fun read, @Wandiwa! I'll definitely add it to my 'To Be Read' list and let you know my thoughts on it once I read it. 😁 Thanks for the recommendation!
 
"Four legs good, two legs better!"
The Pigs became politicians and censored the past!!
It was so mindblowing to me, how the pigs ended up becoming the things they fought against 🥲 What did you think of the book, @SSCElderberry?
 
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy!
A Trilogy in five parts!
I haven't read a series in a while... at least not since Harry Potter. I'll definitely add this to my To Be Read list too 🤓 Thanks for the recommendation!
 
I have really enjoyed any books by Nora Roberts and for historical books Phillipa Gregory.
Some of my family members used to read Nora Roberts, and I love some of her titles. What's your favorite, @starrysnan? I'll also try picking up some books by Phillipa Gregory. I'm definitely a fan of historical books, especially historical romances 🥰
 
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Hey, @Dor jar! Is this by Ayn Rand? It's on my To Be Read list as well, and I'll definitely give it more points to go up higher on my reading pile 🤣 What did you like most about it? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
 

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