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How to Read a Book - Becoming a Better Reader... By Discovery - Mortimer Adler
Apr 6, 2024
Mortimer Adler, author of 'How To Read A Book', shares insights on becoming a better reader. Topics include distinguishing reading for discovery vs. instruction, actively engaging with texts, understanding author's intent, and personal growth through centopical reading.
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- Active reading involves questioning the author's ideas and marking up text for better comprehension.
- Syntopical reading encourages comparing works to gain a comprehensive understanding and promote character development.
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The Four Levels of Reading
The podcast explores Mortimer Adler's book 'How to Read a Book' and discusses the four levels of reading outlined in the book. The first level, elementary reading, emphasizes building a foundational understanding before progressing to higher levels. Inspirational reading involves skimming through content to determine if the book is worth further exploration. Active reading encourages asking questions to engage with the author's ideas, marking up the text for better comprehension.
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