The Power of Reading

Name: The Power of Reading
ISBN: 9787546394855

Jie BaofengJilin Publishing Group Co., Ltd. · ChinaApr 2017

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Word count: 124K words
Chapters: 5
ISBN: 9787546394855

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Summary

The Power of Reading offers readers a new research conclusion that will change the way scholars and teachers teach language. The concept of Free Voluntary Reading (FVR) proposed in this book is the most effective means of improving language competence: regardless of whether the reading material is popular fiction, young adult romance, newspapers, or classic literature, the act of reading itself plays a key role in improving language ability. Professor Stephen Krashen's meticulous research on education in various countries over many years provides abundant, solid evidence for the FVR approach he proposes in this book. Part Two of The Power of Reading discusses methods for implementing FVR, addressing the questions of books, reading time, and instructional approaches. These seemingly simple methods are worth putting into practice in schools. The author also offers new perspectives on comic books, young adult romance, television, and other things widely considered detrimental to reading outcomes. This is a book that combines dry data with vivid conclusions. It offers great insight for every language researcher and language teacher, and points the way for every educator, education administrator, and parent in cultivating children's language ability.

Editor's review

The Power of Reading, compiled by Jie Baofeng and published by Jilin Publishing Group Co., Ltd., is not an academic monograph in the traditional sense but a compilation aimed at promoting the concept of reading and exploring its value. Online searches show that the book has received relatively little rating and discussion on mainstream book communities such as Douban, suggesting that it may focus more on popular reading guidance for a general audience than on in-depth academic research.

In terms of content positioning, the book's core value lies in its "advocacy." It systematically expounds the profound impact of reading on personal growth, intellectual expansion, and spiritual nourishment, attempting to awaken people's attention to reading from multiple dimensions. The book may incorporate famous figures' reading stories, reading method suggestions, and reflections on the meaning of reading, aiming to provide readers—especially those who have not yet established a stable reading habit—with an entry point and a window of inspiration.

As an editor, I believe the book's reading value lies mainly in its "enlightenment" and "inspiration." For those who feel lost about reading and hope to pick up books again or find motivation to read, the views and cases in the book can serve as effective encouragement. It is like a patient guide, trying to reestablish an emotional connection between readers and books. However, it should be noted that because the content may lean toward integrating viewpoints and sharing reflections, readers seeking in-depth theoretical analysis or unique academic insights may find it unsatisfying. The power of this book lies in igniting a love of reading, not in providing all the complex fuel needed to keep it burning. It is better suited as a lamp at the starting point of a reading journey than as a map of the path itself.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Beginners who hope to build a reading habit but lack motivation and methods
Professionals experiencing knowledge anxiety who seek self-improvement through reading
Educators or parents looking for material and viewpoints to inspire others to read
Readers interested in the social value and personal significance of reading who want a systematic understanding

Not a good fit for

Professional readers seeking in-depth literary criticism, reading theory, or academic research texts
Readers expecting specific, systematic, and highly actionable advanced reading techniques

Reading tips

Treat this book as the "prologue" to your reading journey; do not rush, and focus on experiencing the ideas and enthusiasm it advocates.
As you read, reflect in light of your own reading experience: which viewpoints in the book resonate with you or raise doubts?
After finishing the book, choose a book that interests you and start practicing immediately, turning "power" into concrete action.

About the publisher

Jilin Publishing Group Co., Ltd. China · Founded in 2003

Jilin Publishing Group Co., Ltd. focuses on fine fiction, social sciences, literary appreciation, history, classical poetry and classical literature, with 1,141 titles in the library. Representative books include Dan Simmons's science fiction novels Hyperion and The Fall of Hyperion, Freud's works on psychology and society such as The Ego and the Id and Group Psychology, and classical literature ranging from Laozi and Zhuangzi, Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Three Hundred Poems of the Tang, Song and Yuan Dynasties to Lü Simian's A General History of China. Its authors include Dan Simmons, Freud, Laozi, Lü Simian, Hengtang Tuishi, Pan Zhenhua, Li Yi and Guan Shanming, reflecting a balance between translated works and domestic editions. Public information is limited; the above is based on the library's holdings.

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FAQ

What is the difference between this book and classic guides such as How to Read a Book?

This book focuses more on explaining the value, significance, and spiritual inspiration of reading, aiming to spark interest in reading and inner motivation; classics such as How to Read a Book focus more on teaching the methods and techniques of analytical reading and are more rigorous in system. The two have different emphases: the former is about "why read," the latter about "how to read."

Is the content rather vague, consisting mostly of "big principles"?

There is a certain possibility. Given its popular and advocacy-oriented positioning, the book inevitably contains some well-known discussions of the benefits of reading. Its value lies in presenting these views in a concentrated way and illustrating them with cases that may be closer to the current context, making it suitable for readers who need such concentrated encouragement and affirmation.

Is this book suitable to buy for a child who does not like reading?

It can serve as auxiliary guidance. The ideas in the book may help a child understand the importance of reading from a broader perspective. But more importantly, it needs to be combined with book content that interests the child and with parents' accompanying reading practice; a single "reasoning" book is unlikely to directly change reading habits.

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About the author

Jie Baofeng Author · Chinese · 1976

Jie Baofeng, born in 1976 and a native of Qianguo, Jilin, is of Han ethnicity and serves as an assistant researcher. He is currently director of the Jilin Provincial Local Chronicles Museum, a member of the Standing Committee of the Jilin Provincial CPPCC, and vice chair of the Jilin Provincial Committee of the China Association for Promoting Democracy, and has long been engaged in compiling local chronicles. He has planned and published more than ninety chronicles and gazetteers, including the Illustrated Gazetteer of the Colonial Governing Institutions of the Puppet State of Manchukuo, and has served as chief editor of numerous history and popular science series, gaining extensive experience in document organization and knowledge dissemination. His works span a wide range of subjects, including folk literature, inspirational growth, and social fiction, with 970 titles held in the collection. These include multivolume editions of traditional classics such as the Classic of Mountains and Seas and The Complete Works of Guiguzi, as well as accessible popular readings, reflecting an editorial approach that balances scholarship with readability.