3 Impactful Books? ….. Let’s see… I have shelves and shelves of books, all half-read. I find it very difficult to finish reading books and often take years to complete one. So, managing to finish a book in itself is an accomplishment that can change my life.
Pictorial Books:
If it’s a pictorial book or a comic book, I finish it very quickly. While growing up, Archie’s, Tinkle, Panchatantra, Walt Disney books, Readers Digest children’s collections, Noddy, Tintin, and Asterix were my favorite books among many such colorful collections. These books, with their vibrant illustrations and engaging stories, sparked my love for reading and storytelling.
Text based books:
The three text-based books that have significantly impacted my life are notable because I managed to finish them faster than usual, and they left a lasting impression on me. It’s a vastly varied list:
- Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling: The writing in this series is so engaging that it sparked off my imagination. Without pictures to guide me, I could vividly imagine magical worlds and the creatures that inhabited them. During my teens, these books helped me get through sleepless nights and tough times. The adventures of Harry, Hermione, and Ron transported me to a world where friendship and courage always triumphed over evil.
- Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen: This timeless classic has been the inspiration for countless love stories. The plot of boy meets girl, they don’t like each other, and then finally fall in love has been replayed in various forms many times. Elizabeth Bennet’s journey, despite being seen as different, kept my hope for finding true love one day while growing up.
- Bhagavad Gita: For me, this has been the most wisdom-filled book on how to live your life. Sometimes, things don’t make sense at first but start making sense later in life. The more my thoughts mature, the more I understand the depth of this book.
- An Important Yet Unread Book: There is one more important book that has changed my life….. It’s however one that I am yet to read….. The Constitution of India… the book that has ensured to uphold all the rights and freedom we have today in our vastly culturally diverse country.
Conclusion:
Books have the power to shape our thoughts, inspire us, and provide comfort during tough times. These books represent.. Wisdom, Justice, Love and Magic. Things I have always seeked out in life… . And while there are still many books left to read, I am grateful for the ones that have already enriched my journey. What books have had a profound impact on your life?
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