Depends what life is about. If life is about experiencing different things and growing as a result, then we should try to read books that are different from our beliefs or different from the type we usually read. But if life is about enjoyment, then what's the point doing something you don't like? Either way, reading a badly written book which is what I understand by a bad book is a waste of time.
Life is about both of your main points. But I'll probably still not read anything longer than a short pamphlet (or the instructions on a microwave entree) LOL
@rinkydinkydoink That’s great. Also remember there is joy in browsing a bookstore whether it’s in person or online. Look around for something you are very interested in. And before you know it you will be able to read above and beyond! 😃
The worst drivel ever. Why that guy is considered a genius I'll never know. Had to read A Portrait... Artist... Young Man in grade 10. It was unfathomable.
I must confess I rarely read articles on any subject let alone books of any length. I bookmarked the Wikipedia piece on Wittgenstein's Poker. THAT book looks very interesting.