Many people do not read the classics. Their reasons begin with the language being too difficult and end with the storyline being too far from our present life. Love for great books is not at first sight. We begin as strangers and become close friends at last. So how does one start to read and love the classics?
Research, research, research. Before you turn to page one, do some digging. Researching the background can help you read difficult passages. The writer's experience, viewpoint, and historical background might help you make the connections you might not have.
The order of the story and the plot are important in the same way. Make sure that as you read, you make a quick note of what happens in each part. This will help you bring the things you have noticed about the character, setting, language and so on together. It's also a great help for you to retell the story.
Great books are written by famous writers, many of whom are known for their excellent writing skills. Some of them use language in a special way to make stories work.
Remember: there is no right answer. There is no perfect way to read a classic text. Your goal as a reader is to find out what subjects and ideas are meaningful to you. Consider what you like, read with a purpose, and think independently. Even if your understanding of the work isn't quite perfect, it is still worthy!
A. It's your own reading, so just enjoy it. B. It might take you some time to do it. C. You need to find out how the story begins and ends. D. Enjoy the beauty of language itself. E. Pay attention to the plot(剧情). |
Give one more piece of advice about how to read classic books. (不超过15词)
