The Transcendental and The Extraordinary

Summary

The website content discusses the author's preference for books that offer transcendental and extraordinary experiences, with a particular fondness for sentimental and meaningful literature.

Abstract

The author of the web content expresses a deep appreciation for literature that provides either transcendental or extraordinary value, echoing a sentiment previously expressed by an unnamed American author. The article hints at the author's personal connection to literature, citing specific titles such as "The Kite Runner," "To Kill a Mockingbird," and "A Town Like Alice," which suggest a penchant for emotionally resonant stories. The author also reveals a profound admiration for Viktor Frankl's "Man's Search for Meaning," noting its transformative impact across different stages of life. Additionally, the author enjoys Jared Diamond's "Guns, Germs and Steel" for leisurely reading and acknowledges the power of "Angela's Ashes" by Frank McCourt, expressing regret for never having met the author.

Opinions

The author values books that offer either transcendental wisdom or extraordinary narratives.
"The Kite Runner," "To Kill a Mockingbird," and "A Town Like Alice" are among the author's favorite sentimental reads.
"Man's Search for Meaning" is considered a 'magic book' by the author, with its meaning evolving through different life stages.
Jared Diamond's "Guns, Germs and Steel" is enjoyed by the author as bedtime reading, suggesting it is both informative and engaging.
The author holds "Angela's Ashes" in high regard, believing the first page sets the tone for the entire book and regrets not meeting its author, Frank McCourt.
The author finds Frank McCourt's interview charming and humble, and acknowledges his brother Malachy's contribution to literature, despite his minor acting career.

If your literary tastes are like mine, you have a treat in store. ;-)

Like that American guy whose name I don’t remember says, “There are only two things of value in books; the transcendental and the extraordinary”.

My other favourites are The Kite Runner, To Kill a Mockingbird and A Town Like Alice. That’ll give you an idea, if you know these books. I may be a little sentimental.

My non-fiction favourite is “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl. It is a magic book. I read it first as a teenager, then in my twenties then later again. Each time it is a different book.

I like “Guns, Germs and Steel” by Jared Diamond as bedtime reading.

Angela’s Ashes is a great book too, the first page tells you what the book is going to be like. I am sorry I never met Frank McCourt. I saw an interview with him and he seemed so charming and humble. His brother Malachy wrote a book too, he was a minor actor.