Captain Hindsight Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 really think? For me its the Alchemist. Tremendous book if you haven't read it. I'm looking for another book that makes you think, any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicBills Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 Always a page turner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 They all do. Who the hell reads a book that makes them not think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 really think? For me its the Alchemist. Tremendous book if you haven't read it. I'm looking for another book that makes you think, any suggestions? If your an old fart like me..this is a book I enjoyed tremendously. If you a youngin..just read to see what you will think about when you get there http://www.amazon.com/Running-Mountain-Adventure-Jon-Katz/dp/0767904982/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1318455566&sr=1-1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Hindsight Posted October 12, 2011 Author Share Posted October 12, 2011 They all do. Who the hell reads a book that makes them not think? Ok how about that you really enjoyed? better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicBills Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 I had no idea there were books like this out there. Might come in handy in a few years when our baby is a little older... Always happy to help! Congrats, I missed that bit of news that you have a baby!!! Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Jim Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 They all do. Who the hell reads a book that makes them not think? Yup, I've read some that I said "you know what I think...I think this book sucks." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SageAgainstTheMachine Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 The Doctor is Sick - Anthony Burgess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Blizzard Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 really think? For me its the Alchemist. Tremendous book if you haven't read it. I'm looking for another book that makes you think, any suggestions? How Satan turned America against God Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 last book i read was in college and I was thinking I couldn't wait for f***ing happy hour.....books are so 80's... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wooderson Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 really think? For me its the Alchemist. Tremendous book if you haven't read it. I'm looking for another book that makes you think, any suggestions? Infinite Jest. You'll thank me later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 the Chalmers Johnson trilogy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 One Second After William Forstchen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaattMaann Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 One Second After William Forstchen excellent book, love post-apocolyptic fiction, favorite genre... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 excellent book, love post-apocolyptic fiction, favorite genre... You might also like 'ALas Babylon' then by Pat Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaattMaann Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 You might also like 'ALas Babylon' then by Pat Frank read it as well, haha....ive pretty much exhausted the "Classics" of the genre...reading more modern stuff now...appreciate the effort though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 Always a page turner. Now you're just talkin' schitt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavin in Va Beach Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 Ready Player One was a lot of fun, especially for the 80's nostalgia. Video game geeks will love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 read it as well, haha....ive pretty much exhausted the "Classics" of the genre...reading more modern stuff now...appreciate the effort though What would you recommend re. 'modern' post apocalyptic reading. Please, no zombies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gavin in Va Beach Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 What would you recommend re. 'modern' post apocalyptic reading. Please, no zombies. Robopocalypse: A Novel. Was pretty decent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 Robopocalypse: A Novel. Was pretty decent. I downloaded a sample to my Nook Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaattMaann Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 What would you recommend re. 'modern' post apocalyptic reading. Please, no zombies. if you havent read them yet, the "Deep Winter" Series by Thomas Sherry is pretty great...its a trilogy...Deep Winter, Remnant and Shatter (I cant recall their order though, google it haha) - a man and his family deal with the "end of the modern world" b/c of disasters/war etc....fairly realistic also, one of my fave. was "Patriots" by a guy named Rawles...very good as well - group of survival friends buy and stock a "retreat" in Idaho, and when TSHTF they bug out to there, very cool if you have already read those let me know, i know loads : ) (also if you havent read or seen the movie, The Road by Cormac Mccarthy is a dark portrayal for sure, but im sure your familiar) What would you recommend re. 'modern' post apocalyptic reading. Please, no zombies. ooohh ohhh, also "The Jakarta Pandemic" - Steven Konkoly - family/mostly father, deals with what happens in their community when flu overtakes the world, excellently written book Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 if you havent read them yet, the "Deep Winter" Series by Thomas Sherry is pretty great...its a trilogy...Deep Winter, Remnant and Shatter (I cant recall their order though, google it haha) - a man and his family deal with the "end of the modern world" b/c of disasters/war etc....fairly realistic also, one of my fave. was "Patriots" by a guy named Rawles...very good as well - group of survival friends buy and stock a "retreat" in Idaho, and when TSHTF they bug out to there, very cool if you have already read those let me know, i know loads : ) (also if you havent read or seen the movie, The Road by Cormac Mccarthy is a dark portrayal for sure, but im sure your familiar) ooohh ohhh, also "The Jakarta Pandemic" - Steven Konkoly - family/mostly father, deals with what happens in their community when flu overtakes the world, excellently written book McCarthy has some real good stuff out there - just finished blood meridian but that's a bit old west horror show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 Just finished Morning Spy, Evening Spy. Props to the author for creating characters based in reality and eschewing the tired formula of typical spy thrillers. Great lead up to 9/11 and how/why the intelligence community may have been a step behind the game. Infinite Jest. You'll thank me later. That's just a mean thing to do to a fella. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cugalabanza Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 That's just a mean thing to do to a fella. Agreed. I tried a couple times, but I couldn't get very far. I love the D.F. Wallace essays, but his fiction is an exercise in frustration to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tennesseeboy Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 Think? I guess the one that grabbed my attention this summer was The Emperor of All Maladies, A biography of Cancer by Dr. Mukherjee. Interesting Buffalo connection with Dr. Faber and his work. Makes you think how even the best meaning government interference with research can have very negative consequences. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Jack Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 AWOL on the Appalachian Trail Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SelmonSmith6378 Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 I would say "The Last King of Scotland". It's not a horror book, but it is scary and made me really think about the attrocites Idi Amin commited, as well as how hard it is to betray someone who actually trusts you. Beautiful, creepy and amazing book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Tom Posted October 15, 2011 Share Posted October 15, 2011 excellent book, love post-apocolyptic fiction, favorite genre... I get enough apocalyptic writing just reading TSW. I recommend "Bigfoot War". More a novella (i.e. a short read), and more horror than apocalyptic...and "good" only in that it's such completely gratuitous and silly over-the-top stupidity that it turns out to be rather entertaining in an "I can't believe I'm reading this crap" sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Agreed. I tried a couple times, but I couldn't get very far. I love the D.F. Wallace essays, but his fiction is an exercise in frustration to me. It was in my last order.... I've heard a mixed bag. I haven't sat down with it yet. I'm a bit worried now haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoSaint Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Well- I started.... So far enjoyable. Check back in 3 months and we will see what I say haha The other book in queue is house of leaves- any feedback? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cugalabanza Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 (edited) I recommend "Bigfoot War". More a novella (i.e. a short read), and more horror than apocalyptic...and "good" only in that it's such completely gratuitous and silly over-the-top stupidity that it turns out to be rather entertaining in an "I can't believe I'm reading this crap" sense. I just read this. I completely agree with your review. It's totally shallow and gratuitous, but he describes the action sequences (and that's the majority of the text) well enough to keep from putting it down. I love the flimsy device of the sheriff insisting that they don't seek help outside their small town even though everyone is being slaughtered. They're apparently too embarrassed to admit they have a sasquatch infestation problem. They'd rather handle it themselves. Well- I started.... So far enjoyable. Check back in 3 months and we will see what I say haha I'm kind of tempted to start it (Infinite Jest) up again myself. When I read a summary or review of it, it really appeals to me. I just need to carve out some time to dedicate myself to really digging in. Edited October 27, 2011 by gringo starr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted October 27, 2011 Share Posted October 27, 2011 I'm kind of tempted to start it (Infinite Jest) up again myself. When I read a summary or review of it, it really appeals to me. I just need to carve out some time to dedicate myself to really digging in. If you take another run at it I'll be mightily impressed. I got about 100 pages deep in what will be my first and only run through it. I was sort of thinking of starting a pool on how far No Saint gets before he chucks it out a window. He seems like a pretty patient guy so I was going to put my e-money on the 140 page mark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattyT Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 The Road - My son was born right around the time I read it and, boy oh boy, it stimulated some thoughts/feelings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drinkTHEkoolaid Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 I'll have to check out one second after. I enjoyed alas babylon and love post apocolypse survival books. Also loved the series jericho. And tom clancy has some of my favorite books. Red dawn rising and every man a tiger are good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EasternOHBillsFan Posted October 28, 2011 Share Posted October 28, 2011 (edited) Some people here must enjoy non-fiction, and for those of you this book is awesome: The Inheritance Of Rome: A History of Europe from 400 to 1000 by Chris Wickham Edited October 28, 2011 by BmoreBills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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