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This is an excellent book--it's funny, witty and easy to read. While the author clearly wants to inspire you to read the classics, after reading his book you might not have to. It's sort of like adult Cliffs Notes from an intelligent, well-read comedian.
I actually disagree with the Publisher's Weekly review—I think a lot of people would like the book, not just those who are already familiar with the classics. Since it gives you an summary/overview of all each book plus extra tidbits (best line, what you don't know but should, a section called "the buzz," and even "what's sexy") it's relevant for anyone who wants to be (or just seem) well read.
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s_harrison, May 22, 2009
This is an excellent book--it's funny, witty and easy to read. While the author clearly wants to inspire you to read the classics, after reading his book you might not have to. It's sort of like adult Cliffs Notes from an intelligent, well-read comedian.I actually disagree with the Publisher's Weekly review—I think a lot of people would like the book, not just those who are already familiar with the classics. Since it gives you an summary/overview of all each book plus extra tidbits (best line, what you don't know but should, a section called "the buzz," and even "what's sexy") it's relevant for anyone who wants to be (or just seem) well read.
(6 of 12 readers found this comment helpful)