Comments on Best Books Ever - page 5

Well, rather its position up there is a joke. Mormons were clearly overrepresented in the voting, which makes it absolutely non-representive. Other books, like the Qur'ân or the Daodejing or the Torah, which have equal value as the Bible or the Book of Mormon, are not included.

André wrote: "Well, rather its position up there is a joke. Mormons were clearly overrepresented in the voting, which makes it absolutely non-representive. Other books, like the Qur'ân or the Daodejing or the To..."

I understand your position. I agree, other religious books are just as influential and should be included on the list. I think there are a lot of Mormons on this site, which may have swayed the vote, but the Book of Mormon a very influential book-- which would make it deserving of being near the top of the list.

I would rather exclude all religious books from such a list, as they cannot be compared in my opinion with fictional books (it's of course debatable whether those books are fictional too, but you know what I mean). But I agree that religious books should be treated alike.

André wrote: "I would rather exclude all religious books from such a list, as they cannot be compared in my opinion with fictional books (it's of course debatable whether those books are fictional too, but you k..."

I agree actually

I guess you've read 'em all James so you're in a position to judge, huh??? I think casting aspersions on books you haven't read is rediculous. But that's just my opinion -- and you know what they say about opinions.

A problem with lists such as this is it does not define what "Best Books Ever" entails. Does it mean most influential in history? Does it mean the most enjoyable to read? What about how fulfilling? Or can it mean the most influential to an individual? I decided to look at it from the perspective of most influential historically. I rated Pride and Prejudice low in the books I have read; however, I included it as a "Best Book Ever" because of the contribution it has given to society as a whole.

So, relax everyone. Just because people don't see life from your perspective doesn't mean they are wrong.

why are people so surprised to see the book of mormon on this list? every mormon on goodreads would vote it as the best book ever. apparently there is a significant number of mormons on goodreads.

The reason for the complaints about the Book of Mormon is because it appears to be an obvious set up at proseltyzing. It would be nice to keep this website free of that. Also many of the recent books added such as the Harry Potter and Twilight series are a bit much. Seems like books that have stood the test of time are the kind that should be listed as the best. Sorry, I'm a purist.

Michael wrote: "The reason for the complaints about the Book of Mormon is because it appears to be an obvious set up at proselyting. It would be nice to keep this website free of that. Also many of the recent boo..."

Sorry Sir, there is no proselyting set-up here.
People are genuinely captivated by the book and wanted to express such. No one need be offended. It is okay if you disagree with its position, that is fine. You are free to create your own list where religious books are omitted.

But where's the margin?

very true

I'm not that much of a reader, so I don't think its fair if I voted. But, right now, I prefer Twilight. But, yeah, extreme twilight fans irritate me. It's sort of annoying.

I think that people should respect my oppinion.

I don`t the writer of these book and haven`t read them. please whos the author of mormon and twilight. then I can say my oppinion. Michelle you are right and I respect your oppinion.

The book of Mormon? For real? I live in Utah and avoid that thing at all costs.

Kirsten wrote: "I'm annoyed with Twilight. Extremely

omg!!!
hi five (kinda)
im soooooo ttly annoyed with twilight

I just wanna say i don't know what is the problem because i never read the book before

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Heather wrote: "Grant wrote: "Which 'Book of Mormon'??? There have been over 4,300 changes since the first book of Mormon."

There have been no changes since it was first translated. We believe the Bible to be..."

Thanks for quoting the 8th artical of faith. Good Job!

only using this list cause I have lousy recall and its a way to get some of the books I've read on my page. The rankings don't make any sense to me. Was really surprised to see Borges there though.

I am glad the Book of Mormon is number #2 on the list. At least it is higher than the Bible, the Koran, the Diamond Sutra and all those heretical texts. Though if Dianetics could beat it to the #1 spot, I think all would be right with the world.

Fire-fish wrote: "May be there should be a list of "Books for Mormones" on this website.. "

Or maybe a list for people who can't spell Mormons...? ;P

Kirsten wrote: "I'm annoyed with Twilight. Extremely

And where is The Shack?"

Twilight has been an extravagant and over-rated waste of time, money, paper, and film.

i haven't gotten a chance to look through this thing, it would take FOREVER, but is tuesdays with morrie on here? if not, it SHOULD be. i don't care if he's a sports writing, mitch album's book is FANTASTIC.

Marla wrote: "this is the second list--worst books was the first--and i'm done. this is madness. i mean, how many mormons congregated to vote the book of mormon as a top 100 book? really?"

I read it as a work of literature. The values and stories presented in it are complex and interesting, regardless of whether you believe that the Native Americans are "Lamanites".

Leslie wrote: "Twilight is number 4? Give me a friggin break people!!! Entertaining? Slightly. A classic piece of literature? Absolutely not! "

No kidding. A book like Twilight may be interesting to the teenage girls who think stalking is okay as long as it's by Edward, but the fact remains that Twilight can never be one of the greatest books of all time. It's sad to see that book far higher on the list than timeless classics. In twenty years, are people still going to be fascinated with Twilight? Probably not.

I havn't read Twilight yet, I watched the movie but all of my friends screamed whenever Edward was on so I didn't hear it at all! Someone go to my profile and explain it to me! Please!

Great book

So many people have terrible taste.

Jazmine wrote: "Twilight is the best book I've read in my entire life! It is awemazing! I love the whole saga and Edward Cullen!"

*sigh* Horrible

Marla wrote: "this is the second list--worst books was the first--and i'm done. this is madness. i mean, how many mormons congregated to vote the book of mormon as a top 100 book? really?"
That tripped me out too...

Greg wrote: "Wow, some of these folks need to read more. Or age more. Or go to school, or something. I mean, really."

You said it! This list is embarrassing!

Well, to the person who posted recently ... I really like Jane Austen, but I like most things that are British. Seriously, though ... Twilight as a Best Book Ever??? I liked the book & will read the others in the series, but I don't consider it one of the best books ever. I know, I know ... some will consider that sacrilege.

Twilight surprises me...

Fire-fish wrote: "May be there should be a list of "Books for Mormones" on this website.. " Or MoreMoans tee hee

I can understand people liking Twilight, but the fanaticism has gotten out of control. I'm extremely annoyed with the amount of publicity and I'm really sick of the screaming teenage girls. Stephanie Meyer just got lucky. She's not even a very good writer.

I can't believe that there were no Toni Morrison books listed by the end of the second page at least. Nuts!

I agree with Rachel ... Twilight is entertaining, but the writing could be better. The Sookie Stackhouse books are much better ... just don't have the fanatical teenage girls following that series.

Twilight is the worst book ever written. I am through with it.

twilight is so overrated. come on.

Jami wrote: "as of this comment, mormons are over-represented by more than three-fold, demographically. either some of the voters here are cheaters (boo!) or mormons are disproportionately the sort of big read..."

You can blame us for Twilight as well. And yes we are disproportionately big readers, I'd say we're kind of raised that way. What pisses me off is that the everyone who voted for the Book of Mormon should have voted for the Bible as well. Ungrateful Mormons.

Also, i would like to note that the Bible and Book of Mormon have the same "Author" interesting.

Marla wrote: "this is the second list--worst books was the first--and i'm done. this is madness. i mean, how many mormons congregated to vote the book of mormon as a top 100 book? really?"

1678 apparently...

This list is a serious failure. The day the Twilight trend is completely out of memory will be a happy day.

Twilight is retarded!!

Jade (I'm a writer) wrote: "I agree with Becca and Elizabeth.

Endre:Is there a moderator that could eliminate the vulgar comments as above?

I don't see anything wrong with the Book of Mormon being in the list. I don't ..."

Thank you! The Book of Mormon is educational and entertaining. I don't thinkthat it gets better than that. You are entitled to you'r oppinion, and mine is that you HAVE TO read something before you judge it especially if you'r going to criticize it. I have read Twilight and that is extremely well written as well.

What the flip did you say??
Thank you for understanding my
opinion!

Eve wrote: "Thank you! The Book of Mormon is educational and entertaining. I don't thinkthat it gets better than that. You are entitled to you'r oppinion, and mine is that you HAVE TO read something before you judge it especially if you'r going to criticize it. I have read Twilight and that is extremely well written as well."

It wasn't well written at all! Meyer's writing is repetitive and technically flawed.

I agree that it was repetitive ... boringly so. Hard to get through. Perhaps some need that repetition, but after the 20th time of a main character saying the same thing ... well, you get the drift ... to each his own. I'm glad that Ms. Meyer is so successful, but I don't think the book is a "best ever"! But then that's my opinion & I agree that everyone is entitled to their own.

Que? what? please insert your own expression of disbelief, I am genuinely astounded by this list.

The book of Mormon, twilight and Jane Austen in the top 5!

*Places head in hands*

My faith in humankind is irreparably damaged.

Elizabeth wrote: "If you're groaning or confused about The Book of Mormon being at #1, I ask - have you ever read it? It's a fair question... I do agree w/the Twilight comment though - UGH. But hellooo, Farenheit ..."

I totally agree with Elizabeth. Farenheit 451 should be way higher on the list!