Sunday, October 12, 2014
Influential Books
In my life I have read my fair share of books both informative and for pleasure alone. I cannot name one book as my "all time favorite" however, there are at least 3 books that I can label as "influential". This list includes Yo Soy El Diego de La Gente (an autobiography of argentine soccer legend Diego Maradona), Living History by Hilary Clinton and Tuesdays With Morrie by Mitch Albom.
Being fluent in both spanish and english, I'm able to enjoy many fantastics books in spanish as well. Yo Soy El Diego De La Gente is a thrilling autobiography that visually describes the entire carer of the greatest soccer player in history, Diego Maradona. I first read it as a 9 year old who was falling in love with the game and to read how beautiful and exciting the life of a soccer player is really woke up my inspiration and helped me decide that it was going to be my life long goal.
In middle school, I became very intrigued with the entire presidential election process. This interest was awaken as I witnessed in 2008 how Barack Obama won the presidency of our country. In 8th grade, with the recommendation of my sister, I read the famous Living History by Hilary Clinton. I must admit that it was a fantastic book that really tempted me to join politics. I loved reading about all the things Bill Clinton did to finally become president and all the minor details of his presidency. Although I no longer have a desire to run for public office but I still am fascinated by the presidential election.
http://www.amazon.com/Living-History-Hillary-Rodham-Clinton/dp/0743222253
I must confess, I have not finished reading Tuesdays With Morrie. However, the few chapters I have read are truly inspiring me every time I read it. It really helped me when I was going thru rough times in my life. Truly teaches you to look on the positive side of life and to really appreciate what you have. Personally, I believe I have grown as a person since I began the book. Opened my eyes to help me realize how blessed I am.
http://www.amazon.com/Tuesdays-Morrie-Young-Greatest-Lesson/dp/076790592X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1413163946&sr=1-1&keywords=tuesdays+with+morrie
My list of most influential books really could not be more different yet somehow they have all influenced my life greatly. I still have many books to read which may end up earning their spot on my list.
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I liked how you started with a book you read in elementary school, to middle school, to currently. It really shows how different books have a greater influence on us in different times in our lives. I have never thought much about reading a political book, but I've always been tempted to pick one up and you just convinced me to do so.
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ReplyDeleteAs Abbey mentioned above, it is interesting to see how different books have influenced you at different points in your lives. The most interesting to me is how you became so fascinated with politics during Middle School and even read a book that goes into some aspects of it in detail.
I'm jealous that you can read in two languages. I learned French and Spanish, but not well enough to read serious books. Your choices show the diversity of your interests.
ReplyDeleteAs Jarred said, i think its very interesting how you yould be interested in a political book in middle school. Even at a college age, I don't think i would be able to read any political books (unless it had to do with controversy or conspiracies) lol. I am also jealous you can read in 2 languages.
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