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What was a primary motivation for Mike's reading choices during his teenage years?
What was a primary motivation for Mike's reading choices during his teenage years?
- To develop original opinions and impress his friends. (correct)
- To escape reality and find solace in fictional worlds.
- To prepare for intellectual discussions at the university.
- To gain practical knowledge applicable to his future profession.
Why did Mike stop reading books during his professional life?
Why did Mike stop reading books during his professional life?
- He found intellectual discussions with clever people.
- He started watching TV.
- He believed books were not helpful in practical work. (correct)
- He did not have enough time to read.
How did the change in Mike's TV situation influence his return to reading books?
How did the change in Mike's TV situation influence his return to reading books?
- He was forced to read since he no longer had a TV.
- It reminded him of the intellectual discussions he had in university.
- It created a need for entertainment during long evenings. (correct)
- He wanted to find books with controversial ideas like he did as a teen.
What does Mike mean when he says the books were 'waiting for me to pick them up'?
What does Mike mean when he says the books were 'waiting for me to pick them up'?
How does Mike's reading habits change from childhood to his 'now'?
How does Mike's reading habits change from childhood to his 'now'?
Flashcards
Active Reader
Active Reader
Someone who engages deeply with texts, often reading for enjoyment and understanding.
Intellectual Discussions
Intellectual Discussions
Conversations focused on complex ideas and theories, typically among knowledgeable individuals.
Philosophy Reading
Philosophy Reading
The study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics through written works.
Reading Shift
Reading Shift
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Rediscovery of Books
Rediscovery of Books
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Study Notes
Personal Reading Habits
- Author is a sales manager named Mike Chirinos
- Enjoyed reading as a child (ages 8-13)
- Read adventure, classic literature
- Sought out books with "strange" and controversial ideas in teen years
- Later, focused on intellectual discussions and philosophy at university
- Reading was less frequent in professional life
- Read mostly news, manuals, and documents
- Enjoyed reading during travel (planes, trains)
Reading Habits Now
- Current reading habits focus on multiple books simultaneously
- Large collection of books near their bed
- Feels a sense of anticipation and discovery regarding books
- Books feel like they've always been there, waiting to be read.
- TV has been replaced with computer-based TV viewing.
- Weather forecasts are now viewed using the computer-based TV.
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Overview of Mike Chirinos' evolving reading habits, from childhood adventure novels to intellectual pursuits in university. Later in life, professional reading was dominant but leisure reading still occurred during travel. Current habits include reading multiple books simultaneously.
