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How To Talk About Books You Haven’t Read
A book about reading doesn’t sound too thrilling, but if you’ve ever found yourself pretending to have read a book, this witty and thought-provoking guide will pique your interest. Author Pierre Bayard, a literature professor and psychoanalyst from France, explains the art of “non-reading,” how to deal with awkward conversations about books you haven’t read, and ultimately why we find ourselves pretending to have read something in the first place. Bayard’s bottom line: Don’t feel guilty that you faked your way through Frankenstein, because pretty much everyone lies about his or her reading repertoire at some point. Taking time to read this book will definitely come in handy for that Friday morning western civ. discussion. ($19.95, www.amazon.com)
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