4 Ways to Read a Book How to Get the Most out of Reading

English philosopher Francis Bacon once wrote, â€Å"Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested.† This is another way of saying that not all books should be read in the same way. Understanding the different types of reading can help you get the most out of nonfiction books, fictional bestsellers, or whatever you’re reading in your book club this month.