What about this

[Ioruach]

Since no one has posted for the last couple days, let me do something to fill it in:

“There are two motives for reading a book; one, that you enjoy it; the other, that you can boast about it.”

By one of my favorites, Bertrand Russell.

[Lip Service]

Love Bertrand Russell

There is an issue that comes up, the motivation to enjoy a book is more like a hope that one will indeed enjoy it.

On Bookohilics, I have noticed a few more motivations, one of them is that the book is by an author that one has enjoyed in the past and the expectation that the new book will be more of the same, for example Louise Penny or Janet Evanovich have a loyal following (but I think many have tired of Evanovich of late)

The other motivation is that one is interested in a specific type of books (for example mysteries or action) and one is consulting the latest offering of that types.

Another motivation is curiosity about an author or book about which there is a buzz. The Goldfinch comes to mind in that category 

[rapa]

I read primarily for escape, not information. As I'm rather house bound these days, my stories allow me to travel to new places and enjoy the company all kinds of characters. One is never lonesome with a book in hand! Am a very eclectic reader!

[Doga Seven48]

I read this very interested book, ` THE KEY` by Junichiro, I recommend this book to all to read it and enjoy it. 

[Carolyn Tewell]

BOO HISS! On Mr. Russell.

AMazing how Intellectuals can pass judgement on the common person...with such a disapproving tone!

My view is to complain that I want to enjoy stories written by Authors of import...who are raved about but above my pay-grade....like MARGARET Atwood!

I'm determined to get thru Krauthammer's book...not to brag but just to be informed. Each chapter takes me back in time and helps to understand our history better. I just need a Dictionary nearby...lol

I do read a LOT for information...especially health, weight management and human behavior. Why? Hopefully to give me more control! Lol...helps from time to time!

[Grammie Sue]

He is not a favorite of mine either.  

[Ioruach]

I think that anyone who appreciates good writing, should appreciate Bertrand Russell. Back when I was in college, I read his stuff with regularity. I am only disappointed that today I can't seem to find his works in my library system. That said, I don't agree with his comment about motives for reading. Of course readers enjoy reading; otherwise, they wouldn't be readers. But there are many and varied reasons for doing so.