Why Do You Read?

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I rarely copy someone else's post in its entirety, but I'm almost going to do that right now...because this post so perfectly sums up all the reasons why I read.  Why I love to read, actually.

Carol of Magistra Mater starts out her post talking about how she's a schizophrenic reader.  Then she starts enumerating the reasons she reads--and lo and behold, Carol and I are kindred spirits:

I read because I like to read.

I read to learn facts. What does the third verse of In the Garden mean?

I read to be entertained. Tell me a story!

I read as a way to love others. Nothing like a kid on a lap with a book...

I read to show love to others. You like Dick Francis? Then I will read him, too.

I read to fulfill obligations. Carol, please read this and let me know what you think.

I read some titles because one is supposed to read them.

I read some titles to say I have read them. Shameless of me to admit it, but true.

I read so I won't be left behind. The buzz about Unbroken is one instance.

I read to nourish my soul.

I read because I'm bored.

I read because I'm tired.

I read some books to get them off my shelf. I could just remove them, but I want to read them!

I read because someone I admire recommended the book.

I read because someone I've never heard of recommended the book.

I read to escape unlovely tasks. A habit begun long ago when I had homework.

I read difficult books because they often reward the effort.  Vigorous reading gives me endorphins.

I read to quench my curiosity.

I read to kindle curiosity.

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Go here to read the entire post, or just to browse the blog and enjoy Carol's thoughtful, intelligent book reviews.

And now to ask, as Carol did, why do YOU read?

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