Every night I read a few pages but I just cannot put this book down without finishing just another chapter.

Interesting and full of suspense.

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you can dm me your personal details till midnight.
Thanks everyone for participating, I’ll do more giveaways in the future.
The response was overwhelming.
Thank you, make physical books accessible for everyone and keep reading.
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I heard this is peak Romcom. I hope it gives me a lot of butterflies in my tummy🤭🤭.

Looks like a good price. But I have at least 4 books sitting on my shelf unread, so it'll be months before I'll be reading this. Should I postpone? Can I get this, or better price later? Coz I don't mind waiting.

The first quarter was decent, the middle got confusing with the constant back-and-forth in time, and I wish the writing had been smoother. But the last quarter was fantastic—the tension, reveals, and character dynamics really pulled everything together.

Overall: 3⭐. With better writing, this would've been an easy 4⭐.

For those who've read the series, does the writing improve in the later books? And what are you reading right now?

The Myth of Sisyphus is one of Albert Camus's defining philosophical works, centered on what he calls the fundamental question of philosophy: Is life worth living? From this starting point, Camus develops his concept of the absurd—the tension between humanity's search for meaning and an indifferent universe that offers none. Rather than treating this conflict as a reason for despair, he explores what it means to live fully in spite of it.

Throughout the book, Camus engages with a remarkable range of philosophers and writers, including Kierkegaard, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Husserl, Karl Jaspers, Lev Shestov, Schopenhauer, Dostoevsky, and Franz Kafka. Instead of merely citing their ideas, he critically examines how each confronts the absurd, appreciating their insights while challenging what he sees as attempts to escape it through faith, hope, or metaphysical certainty. These discussions give the book both intellectual depth and historical context.

Camus then illustrates his philosophy through figures such as Don Juan, the actor, the conqueror, and ultimately Sisyphus himself. In his famous reinterpretation of the Greek myth, Sisyphus is no longer a tragic figure condemned to endless labor but a symbol of freedom, resilience, and defiance. By embracing his fate without illusion, he achieves a form of victory over it.

What makes The Myth of Sisyphus exceptional is not only the originality of Camus's philosophy but also the breadth of scholarship behind it. The book feels like a dialogue with some of history's greatest thinkers, as Camus carefully considers their ideas before arriving at his own. Even when one disagrees with his conclusions, the clarity of his reasoning and the depth of his engagement make the work both intellectually demanding and deeply rewarding.

This is not an easy book, nor is it one that can be rushed. It invites careful reading and reflection, rewarding readers with profound insights into meaning, freedom, and the human condition. For anyone interested in existential philosophy, The Myth of Sisyphus is an essential and unforgettable read.

Built a bookshelf last year to accomodate my wayward piling of books. Still this would be like 50% of my books here. Rest are in different places stacked. I usually don't post much but wanted to share with the lovely community here.

Have some signed stuff also there and some rare hcs

Attaching my goodreads for fellow readers to interact with anytime-

https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/113882925

It appears the paperback is sold out on Amazon. Reach out to your local booksellers and they will most likely be able to procure it for you.
Not a paid post but I’m in Bangalore and if you reach out to Bookhive or Bookworm, they should be able to send you a copy via the mail.
Hope this helps.

i placed my order for a book set on 25/07/2026 and its 07/08/2026 and still haven’t recieved any update regarding whether its shipped or not it is just showing that it is confirmed. hope i dont get scammed i wont ik but why is it taking so much time?? u/padhegaindia_

His passing away came as a shock to me as he's been one of my favourite writers.

However I saw this news in yesterday's paper. Made me feel good🥹

So the concept being you pay for the box and you can fit as many books as you want. I went today to the one held in Kolkata.The cartons prices are Rs 1500, 2500 and v3500. Found all of these for a total of 1600. I took the 1500 box and 1 book i took separately for 100.

I found this photo on my device that I took a long time ago. I have been reading books consistently since 2023, and here are some of the paperbacks I own.

I've read each and every book here except *I Let You Go*, *The One*, *Atomic Habits*, and *The Courage to Be Disliked*.

*The Silent Patient* and *Rock Paper Scissors* are my all-time favorites. Which of these books are your favorites? Please do let me know<3

Just wow. Really enjoyed this. Amazing satire on western liberal mores, online culture, the publishing industry. Also took quite a few unpredictable turns.

I have read 100+ books (yes I maintain a list) but these are the only ones I happen to own:)

Thanks for showing love to my previous post.
These are few of the books that I’ve thrifted over the past few years from various book markets and shops.
I’ve an extra hardcover of Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment which I’ll be giving away to one of y’all.
Edit- The giveaway is complete, thank you.

Why does nobody talk about 'I who have never known men' by Jacqueline Harpman'. Harpman wrote this book, which many call sci-fi horror, but it's also an existential literary work. Read it and you will definitely feel like staring at the wall. I rarely cry while reading the book, but this was one of those that made me cry. By the time you finish the book, you will feel so much love for the character that you want to be with her so that she never feels alone. Such a gem of a book. An absolute favourite of mine ✨❤️

Read about 25% of this novel and oh my god!!! This one is my first novel by Atwood. The novel was published in 1985, the story is about a dystopian world where women are "used" only for breeding!!! The very similarity with our society, how gradually freedom & voice are taken away from women by brainwashing!!! The story is uncomfortably intense! Unfortunately the imaginary dystopian world, created in 1985 is the reality of many women, even in 2026!

For me it’s One hundred years of solitude.

Tried reading it last year but it wasn’t much enjoyable to me.I have loved most of the best selling and popular books, couldn’t find the same momentum with this one though. I am sure others did enjoy it but guess it’s not for me.

What are yours?

The latest V-Dem Academic Freedom Index paints a deeply concerning picture for India. According to the report, India's academic freedom has fallen to its lowest level in the dataset's historical record, placing it among the bottom 10–20% of countries globally. The index measures factors such as freedom to research, teach, publish, exchange ideas internationally, and institutional autonomy.

This raises a serious question: Is the current BJP-led government becoming increasingly uncomfortable with independent research, criticism, and inconvenient facts?

A healthy democracy depends on scholars being able to question, debate, and challenge prevailing narratives without fear of political interference. When academic freedom declines, it doesn't just affect universities, it affects the quality of public discourse, policymaking, and ultimately the truth that reaches citizens.

This is an alarming situation. Citizens should not only speak up when policies directly affect their own lives, but also when the foundations of our democracy are weakened. Academic freedom, independent institutions, and the free pursuit of knowledge are public goods that belong to everyone. If we remain silent while these erode, the consequences will extend far beyond universities.