Interesting subjects to read about in free time, Which one do you read?

[Khawaja]

I am looking for something interesting to read about in my free time, not another fictional novel, something proper that gives you knowledge.
I know quite a lot of people who study subjects like Geography, Anthropology, Psychology, History etc. in their free time.

What do you study and what would you recommend to me?

 

[Blastwave]

IF this discussion is about just books, continue here

www.pakgamers.com/forums/f3/official-books-|-literature-thread-6795/

Otherwise, carry on

 

[Mephisto]

Are you looking for some in depth study on a particular subject or just something to kill time?

It really comes down to what your interests are... especially when you are looking to kill time.

In my free time (or in between long boring meetings) I usually enjoy learning about universe (stars, planets, etc.) The place is so full of mystery, it's amazing.

Moreover, I use "Space Engine" space simulator software that really helps on this subject. Looking at different stars, how their planetary system adopts to them. Or looking at a black hole and see how stars zoom past it as they get near to it following their orbit. The possibilities are endless!

If you're not into that stuff, maybe you can catch up on latest tech and gizmos. Gizmodo and Engadget are a good source of info and have interesting small articles (their sister sites such as Kotaku, Joystiq, lifehacker etc are good too).

Another part of my new developing hobby is photography. I check up on good lenses and different techniques of photography. Since I have a huge boner on space stuff... space photography is my main focus... and so is macro since everything looks alien with macro photography!

 

[NaNoW]

I am looking for something interesting to read about in my free time, not another fictional novel, something proper that gives you knowledge.
I know quite a lot of people who study subjects like Geography, Anthropology, Psychology, History etc. in their free time.

What do you study and what would you recommend to me?

Any of Hossein Nasr's books...will not just open your mind and intellect, it will blow it apart...

read this wiki page for more info of him.

Seyyed Hossein Nasr (Persian: سید حسین نصر‎, born April 7, 1933) is an Iranian University Professor of Islamic studies atGeorge Washington University, and a prominent Islamic philosopher. He is the author of many scholarly books and articles.[SUP][1][/SUP][SUP][2][/SUP] Nasr is a Muslim Persian philosopher and renowned scholar of comparative religion, a lifelong student and follower of Frithjof Schuon, and writes in the fields of Islamic esoterism, Sufism, philosophy of science, and metaphysics.Nasr was the first Muslim to deliver the distinguished Gifford Lectures, and in year 2000, a volume was devoted to him in the prestigious Library of Living Philosophers.
Professor Nasr speaks and writes based on the doctrine and the viewpoints of the perennial philosophy on subjects such as philosophy, religion, spirituality, music, art, architecture, science, literature, civilizational dialogues, and the natural environment. He also wrote two books of poetry (namely Poems of the Way and The Pilgrimage of Life and the Wisdom of Rumi), and has been even described as a 'polymath'.[SUP][3][/SUP][SUP][4][/SUP]
Nasr speaks Persian, English, French, Spanish and Arabic fluently.[SUP][5][/SUP]

 

[Khawaja]

Any of Hossein Nasr's books...will not just open your mind and intellect, it will blow it apart...

read this wiki page for more info of him.

This seems like exactly the thing I've been looking for, which book do you recommend for a first time hossein nasr reader?

IF this discussion is about just books, continue here

www.pakgamers.com/forums/f3/official-books-%7C-literature-thread-6795/

Otherwise, carry on

It is not just about books, it is a proper discussion about different subjects and it wouldn't get the audience I'm hoping for in the sticky thread.

Are you looking for some in depth study on a particular subject or just something to kill time?

It really comes down to what your interests are... especially when you are looking to kill time.

In my free time (or in between long boring meetings) I usually enjoy learning about universe (stars, planets, etc.) The place is so full of mystery, it's amazing.

Moreover, I use "Space Engine" space simulator software that really helps on this subject. Looking at different stars, how their planetary system adopts to them. Or looking at a black hole and see how stars zoom past it as they get near to it following their orbit. The possibilities are endless!

If you're not into that stuff, maybe you can catch up on latest tech and gizmos. Gizmodo and Engadget are a good source of info and have interesting small articles (their sister sites such as Kotaku, Joystiq, lifehacker etc are good too).

Another part of my new developing hobby is photography. I check up on good lenses and different techniques of photography. Since I have a huge boner on space stuff... space photography is my main focus... and so is macro since everything looks alien with macro photography!

Thank you for your reply, I'm looking for in depth study, something that challenges my intelligence, adds to my knowledge and stuff.

Photography is an obsession of mine as well, I study different articles heck watch videos as well but I'm looking for a proper subject to study. Astronomy however is something very interesting and one thing I'd like to learn about.

 

[Cerberus]

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[NaNoW]

This seems like exactly the thing I've been looking for, which book do you recommend for a first time hossein nasr reader?



It is not just about books, it is a proper discussion about different subjects and it wouldn't get the audience I'm hoping for in the sticky thread.



Thank you for your reply, I'm looking for in depth study, something that challenges my intelligence, adds to my knowledge and stuff.

Photography is an obsession of mine as well, I study different articles heck watch videos as well but I'm looking for a proper subject to study. Astronomy however is something very interesting and one thing I'd like to learn about.

Knowledge and the Sacred
Ideals and Realities of Islam

these both sound religious, but they are only semi religious..since he has a very strong grasp of physics, metaphysics and mathematics his books are exceptionally good at making sense via logical and critical thinking.

 

[Khawaja]

Knowledge and the Sacred
Ideals and Realities of Islam

these both sound religious, but they are only semi religious..since he has a very strong grasp of physics, metaphysics and mathematics his books are exceptionally good at making sense via logical and critical thinking.

I usually stay away from religious stuff, but since you are recommending it I'd have a go. Will let you know my opinion.

 

[NaNoW]

I usually stay away from religious stuff, but since you are recommending it I'd have a go. Will let you know my opinion.

cool...they are alot about philosophy than religion tbh. I am sure you will enjoy them.

 

[LeGenD123]

Books:

- If you want to learn about the world in general then consider reading Atlas, Encyclopedia, Biographies and Scientific topics.

Online:

- If you want to learn about the Universe then explore this database: N.A.A.'s Best Astronomy Websites

- If you want to learn about lot of stuff in general, then explore this source: Encyclopedia | Smithsonian

Must check:

- Explore the website of NASA. Lot of interesting stuff in it. Here: https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/index.cfm

- Read Holy Quran with English translation from this source. Your understanding about "what is wrong in this world" and some "historic developments" will tremendously increase and you will be able to rediscover your faith.

 

[Benighted]

That's not how it works. You tell us what your interests are, and we put forward some recommendations. We can't decide your interests for you.