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How To Systematically Skim A Book

How To Systematically Skim A Book

  • Read the cover and preface.
  • Read the table of contents, which will give you a feel for the map of the book.
  • Understand the language of the book. This means skimming the index. Not only will this give you an idea of the range of topics covered but it will also tell you the other people the book connects to and the jargon used in the book.
  • Identify the pivotal points.
  • Read the end. Authors generally do a good job summarizing their work in the last few pages. This is where they sum up what they think is most important about their work.
  • Listen to an interview or podcast of the author.

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