Monday 30 July 2018

75 Reasons for Reading books compiled by A K Gupta, Librarian KV Subathu


75 Reasons for Reading books

Compiled by

Anil Kumar Gupta
Librarian KV Subathu
(Ex – Librarian KV Seoni & KV Fazilka)

Why we read books? Is a question, which take us to the world of intellectual thinking with both positive and critical thinking of a work? Most of us do not know, the reasons behind reading a book. It’s an intellectual effort, which create a lot in us. I have gone through so many articles and compiled the list of best reasons. Some of the reasons are as follow:-
1.   Fueling the imagination
2.   Staying informed
3.   Connecting with others
4.   Keeping culture alive
5.   Maintaining empathetic approach
6.   A transferable skill
7.   Staying safe in difficult situations
8.   Communicating positive thoughts to others
9.   Finding the best words
10.                     Expressing your feelings
11.                     Making sense of the world
12.                     Escapism
13.                     Keeps you busy
14.                     A workout for your brain
15.                     The gift of books
16.                     Learning language
17.                     Permanence of information
18.                     Exam success
19.                     The beauty of calligraphy
20.                     A window into the soul
21.                     A glimpse into the past
22.                     Strength through collaboration
23.                     A release of emotions
24.                     A morning tradition
25.                     Being a part of things
26.                     The book was much better than the film
27.                     Cementing a friendship
28.                     Consolation
29.                     Improving your writing skill
30.                     Improving style of writing
31.                     Taking you to the world of writers
32.                     Nutrition sense
33.                     Inspiration
34.                     Finding facts
35.                     Concentration
36.                     Laying down the law
37.                     Reading is a very peaceful pastime activity
38.                     Winding down before bed
39.                     Travelling vicariously
40.                     Erudition (scholarly developed)
41.                     Transnational communication
42.                     A requirement for higher study
43.                     It brings people together
44.                     Remembering things
45.                     Remembering your past self
46.                     Ethics
47.                     Living life to the full
48.                     Gives knowledge
49.                     Improves your brain
50.                     Reduces stress
51.                     Improves memory
52.                     Develops critical thinking
53.                     Build vocabulary
54.                     Improves communication skill
55.                     Improves focus and concentration
56.                     A fruitful hobby
57.                     Cheaper entertainment
58.                     Motivation
59.                     Improves health
60.                     Build self esteem
61.                     Portable entertainment
62.                     Helps you sleep better
63.                     Learn about another word
64.                     Socialization
65.                     Improves creativity
66.                     Lots of choices to choose from
67.                     Save money
68.                     No side effects
69.                     Makes you smarter
70.                     Mental stimulation
71.                     Creating a sense of writer
72.                     Creating intellectuality
73.                     Filling the dreams
74.                     Making books good friends
75.                     Feeling comfortable in large gatherings
Above mentioned reasons can create a sense of reading in you. It’s really wonderful to have a book in pocket all time. This activity of reading books take us to the world of intellectuals. This can fulfil the dreams of becoming a writer. Books are the only friends to talk any time anywhere. As we all know that books are of different tastes to satisfy our various intellectual needs.
        I think above mentioned reasons are good enough to inculcate best reading habits among students and others. So be a friend of books and fill all your dreams.