My Reading Life Audiobook

" Interesting insight into books and writers that influenced this author; particularly as they related to his conflictual, painful childhood. Those which I have not read, I am inclined to do so, because of his immense passion for them. "

" Some writers just compell one to read their pieces, even when subject matter isn't what you want it to be. That's how Conroy's works are for me and this collection of his writings is no different. What a brilliantly read man who is able to transfer all his experiences to wonderful stories. "

" It's only natural to wonder where & how writer get their ideas, but thanks to this book we no longer who & what inspired Patrick Conroy. My Reading Life is an absolutely fascinating look into the people, writers, and books that made Conroy into the great writer he is today ! "

" I really enjoyed this book I find Pat Conroy's writing so beautiful - sometimes I re-read a sentence just because it is so lovely and descriptive. I was amazed at the extent of his reading and how it influenced his life and career. "

" Fun to read the thoughts of such an impassioned reader. I'll probaby reread his books now. "

" I would have never discovered this book if it wasn't recommended to me. My Reading Life is a biography by Pat Conroy. Conroy shares his story of discovering books and a love for literature from a very young age. Throughout the book, he shares his favourite titles and talks about how these books have impacted him and his life. As I read, I kept thinking about how long a way I have to go to call myself well-read. I think it'll be interesting to re-read this book in the future when I feel more well-read. It'll probably mean more to me then. If you have a passion for reading and literature, I think you would really enjoy this book. Conroy is an extremely lyrical writer. "

" I loved this book. Might be a great one for any book club discussion. Wow, how books have affected Conroy's life is fascinating. I have read not one of the books he mentioned!! Yikes!! "

" I really enjoyed listening to this book read by Pat Conroy. "

" Loving this book! For all who appreciate reading! "

" I liked certain chapters a lot and made lots of notes, but some of the chapters were very much overwritten (if that is a word). "

" Story of how he came to write and how his vocabulary is so extensive. Broken into chapter stories, most of them are interesting. "

" I love Pat Conroy--even his excesses! This book is a paean to the books and the bookish people who helped shape him. A great book for readers and for teachers--to remind us how our approaches and passions help shape life-long readers. "

" Conroy puts into words all the feelings I have for libraries, books and reading over the years. A song of love for words and writers, this book touched me deeply. I recommend it to any avid readers and dare you not to respond to his passion. "

" A wonderful memoir! I love Conroy's writing. This book made me keenly aware of all the great books I haven't read. "

" This was excellent. I think Conroy has become a much better nonfiction writer than he is with fiction these days. "

" Sometimes an excellent book and other times it seemed flat. "

" Personal look into a great writer's relationship with books and authors. "

" This was like visiting with a friend. I loved it. "

" This was one of the absolute best books I have ever read. If you are interested in someone's love affair with books, written in some of the best English ever used and an absorbing story as well, then this is the book for you. A real page turner. I just loved it! "

" I am a fan of Pat Conroy. Enjoyed hearing about his reading and writing life. Impressive! "

" Loved reading this after having recently read "The Great Santini." Conroy spoke at the Savannah Book Festival and mentioned he is writing a sequel to "Santini" and this book really shed light on the real life characters in Conroy's life. Can't wait! (Loved the Atlanta references as well.) "

" couldn't really get into this. found my mind wandering frequently as i listened and could have easily stopped in middle without every continuing. "

" Engaging. Drove me back to re-read some of Conroy's novels. "

" He is a florid writer but that is what I love about him. I particularly loved his chapter on "Gone with the Wind" and why it is still an enduring novel even though it's nostalgic view of the antebellum South is repugnant to most modern day readers. "

" Author of Prince of Tides and the Great Santini tells us how we got there. He talks of being influenced by his mother who read to him, checking out the most public library books in every town they lived in. Thomas Wolfe, James Dickey, the public library all contributed to his success. "

" I love this book. Mr. Conroy had me laughing, crying and savoring his beautiful words. He's my hero. "

" I am officially in love with Pat Conroy. Yes, with him and his skill at writing! Get this book! But be forewarned, you're gonna wanna read just about everything he talks about. We are so blessed to have a man like Pat Conroy in our midst. How did I miss him before? "

" This was a truly fun read, possibly because I'm nosy and love finding out which books changed the worlds of my favorite writers. "

" Beautifully written I absolutely loved it!<br/><br/>This is one of those books that make you go,&quot;wow! How does he write like that?!&quot;<br/><br/> "

" Pretty good book, even though I can't read his fiction. I got a good laugh because he talks about how he is very wordy and dramatic- something his first publicist complained about. The same reasons I can't read him. Most of these essays were quite good though. Made me want to read War and Peace "

" Another winner - I really love Pat Conroy's writing. "

" Thoughts on literature--reading and writing, with an emphasis on the people who made him aware of the art of language. "

" I could use this book as a reference to add to my pile of 'to reads' but I just wasn't that interested in this dude's life. Maybe if I'd been a fan of his other works (he's the author of Prince of Tides). I skimmed the last half of the book at best. "

" Wonderful essays on Conroy's love affair with literature as well as the people who inspired him. "

" An interesting background book on Pat Conroy's life. Not a compelling as his story telling in Prince of tides or Beach Music, his best books. I'd skip this one and read his novels. "

" Pat Conroy describes the books he has read, the influences on his life, the consequences of his writing choices, the absolute pleasure of reading. I'm inspired to reread my two favorite Conroy books - The Water is Wide and The Great Santini. What a great story teller. "

" not my favorite. His language is way too flowery and he could edit out a great deal of descriptive language. Found myself skipping paragraphs and still finding he is describing the same thing. "