Book-tagged!
Haha book-tagged by aparna, so here goes...
Last book I bought
My last trip to Borders saw me picking up 2 books
1) China Inc by Ted C Fishman
I'm fascinated by the rise of the red giant, so got this book to satisfy my curiosity.
2) The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
Hopefully this book can inspire me on how little things can make a big difference.
Last book I read
Cats among the Pigeon [Agatha Christie]
Mystery is one of my favourite genre. I've read most of Christie's books and I'm reading this again for the 5th time as it's one of my favourites.
Books currently reading
I have this habit of toggling between books (and magazines). Currently, I'm toggling between the following:
1) China Inc [Ted C Fishman]
This is really a page turner, filled with facts, observations and insights. Having visited parts of China recently, I can identify with some of the perspectives shared in this book.
2) Shape magazine
Packed full of inspirations for the next gym session. It never fails to motivate me when I'm feeling lazy.
3) Rough guide to Vietnam [Rough guide travel series]
I'm preparing for a trip to Ho Chi Minh City and picked this up to plan my itinerary. Of all the guide books series, my favourite is still Lonely Planet series. This one is a bit too brief for me.
Total # of books I own
Erhm... not sure. I didn't count. Some books I own multiple copies of, so I can pass them on to friends.
Books that mean(t) a lot to me
1) St Claires' & Malory Tower Series [Enid Blyton]
I love the boarding school series and growing up, how I wish I could go to a boarding school!!! Who can forget those those midnight parties and the lacrose matches. And the tricks they played on Mam'zelle!
2) Teenage textbook [Adrian Tan]
Who can forget the Teenage Textbook! It's like THE book every teenager growing up in Singapore identifies with. Unfortunately, I don't own the one I read, so if you've any idea where to get one, please let me know!
3) The Ugly Chinaman and the Crisis of Chinese Culture [Bo Yang]
The original was written in Chinese, but I've read the translated English version.
Though-provoking book that delves into the backwardness of the Chinese people and culture.
4) The Woman Warrior - Memoirs of a girlhood among ghosts [Maxine Hong Kingston]
This was the book that ignited my interest in books written by Asian American authors. I'm fascinated by the clash of cultures, the dilemas faced in the assimilation process and the struggle for their own identity.
5) The Art of Possiblity [Rosamund Stone Zander, Benjamin Zander]
A gift from my sis so it holds special sentimenal value.
A really inspiring book, it shares ideas and philosophy from the perspective of possibilities rather than scarcity and restriction.
6) All things bright and beautiful [James Herriot]
This entire collection paints chronicles the author's life as a vet in Yorkshire. Funny, heartwarming and unforgettable, this remains one of my favourite reads :)
7) Billy Bob Tales [Enid Blyton]
This is my very first Enid Blyton book and a gift from Mummy. It will always hold a special place in my heart.
Last book I bought
My last trip to Borders saw me picking up 2 books
1) China Inc by Ted C Fishman
I'm fascinated by the rise of the red giant, so got this book to satisfy my curiosity.
2) The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell
Hopefully this book can inspire me on how little things can make a big difference.
Last book I read
Cats among the Pigeon [Agatha Christie]
Mystery is one of my favourite genre. I've read most of Christie's books and I'm reading this again for the 5th time as it's one of my favourites.
Books currently reading
I have this habit of toggling between books (and magazines). Currently, I'm toggling between the following:
1) China Inc [Ted C Fishman]
This is really a page turner, filled with facts, observations and insights. Having visited parts of China recently, I can identify with some of the perspectives shared in this book.
2) Shape magazine
Packed full of inspirations for the next gym session. It never fails to motivate me when I'm feeling lazy.
3) Rough guide to Vietnam [Rough guide travel series]
I'm preparing for a trip to Ho Chi Minh City and picked this up to plan my itinerary. Of all the guide books series, my favourite is still Lonely Planet series. This one is a bit too brief for me.
Total # of books I own
Erhm... not sure. I didn't count. Some books I own multiple copies of, so I can pass them on to friends.
Books that mean(t) a lot to me
1) St Claires' & Malory Tower Series [Enid Blyton]
I love the boarding school series and growing up, how I wish I could go to a boarding school!!! Who can forget those those midnight parties and the lacrose matches. And the tricks they played on Mam'zelle!
2) Teenage textbook [Adrian Tan]
Who can forget the Teenage Textbook! It's like THE book every teenager growing up in Singapore identifies with. Unfortunately, I don't own the one I read, so if you've any idea where to get one, please let me know!
3) The Ugly Chinaman and the Crisis of Chinese Culture [Bo Yang]
The original was written in Chinese, but I've read the translated English version.
Though-provoking book that delves into the backwardness of the Chinese people and culture.
4) The Woman Warrior - Memoirs of a girlhood among ghosts [Maxine Hong Kingston]
This was the book that ignited my interest in books written by Asian American authors. I'm fascinated by the clash of cultures, the dilemas faced in the assimilation process and the struggle for their own identity.
5) The Art of Possiblity [Rosamund Stone Zander, Benjamin Zander]
A gift from my sis so it holds special sentimenal value.
A really inspiring book, it shares ideas and philosophy from the perspective of possibilities rather than scarcity and restriction.
6) All things bright and beautiful [James Herriot]
This entire collection paints chronicles the author's life as a vet in Yorkshire. Funny, heartwarming and unforgettable, this remains one of my favourite reads :)
7) Billy Bob Tales [Enid Blyton]
This is my very first Enid Blyton book and a gift from Mummy. It will always hold a special place in my heart.
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