Must-Read Books: Share Your Favorites and Start a Discussion!

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The discussion revolves around the need for a general thread dedicated to must-read books, as existing threads primarily focus on specific subjects like physics or math. Participants express a desire for broader recommendations that are not confined to any particular genre or topic. A suggestion is made to refer to an existing thread titled "What are you currently reading?" which, despite its name, contains valuable book recommendations. The conversation highlights the challenge of finding a comprehensive book discussion platform and acknowledges the usefulness of the suggested thread. Overall, the community seeks a space for diverse book recommendations beyond specialized subjects.
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Is there a thread for must-read books where people share some of the best books they have read? If not, can you start one?
I like reading and I'm sure I'll get some great book recommendations here.
 
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I am not looking for books in a particular subject. All the threads I saw were for a particular subject - physics, math etc.
The link you provided also deals mainly with physics books. Any generic book thread?
 
Avichal said:
I am not looking for books in a particular subject. All the threads I saw were for a particular subject - physics, math etc.
The link you provided also deals mainly with physics books. Any generic book thread?
"What are you currently reading?"
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=603598
 
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Nice one - couldn't find it as it had no book in its name. Anyways thank you, lots of good books there.
 
Avichal said:
Nice one - couldn't find it as it had no book in its name. Anyways thank you, lots of good books there.
Yeah, I like that thread.
 

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