Book read: Hitchikers Guide To the Galaxy

By far the funniest book I have read so far. This was also my first science friction book and it was a lot of fun reading it. Although I found the first half of the book more hilarious than the following parts, nevertheless I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series.

I am a big fan of humour of any form, text, graphic or in person and really admire those who have a knack of making others laugh. I plan to pick up more writings from this league.

Book read: Dream Laboratory

As I made my fortnightly trip to the library, I saw this one peeping out from the shelf and it was the word "dream" that caught my eye. I have always been fascinated by dreams. I used to even maintained a dream diary some years ago though I found it too cumbersome after a while. So anyway this book seemed too irresistible to miss. I had to pick it up and for the next two weeks my train journeys from work went zooming by.

The book is all about the thought process that runs through the mind of James as he deals with being dumped by his love Delphie and in the process of digging his past with her we learn about his association with a study group of dream and sleep disorder patients. The first half of the book passes by a little slow with James analysing every moment spent with Delphie and all the hints on the way which lead to her ultimate departure. But as the book progresses it gains speed. Gradually James finds himself looking at the world around him differently and finds himself in the process. I especially liked the open ended closure to the book which leaves the reader asking for more.

Book read: Tuesdays with Morrie

Once in a while we all need to be reminded of the things that really matter in life and be jolted back to basics. This is one such book. Made me ponder about all the things that I have left unsaid to family and friends about how much they mean to me and how I am who I am today because of them. Its a definite must read for everyone.