Summary of How to Read a Book

How to Read a Book is a guide to reading with a critical eye. Written by Mortimer J. Adler and Charles Van Doren, the book explains the different levels of reading and how to use them to get the most out of your reading. It explains the four levels of reading: elementary, inspectional, analytical, and syntopical. It also provides advice on how to select books, how to mark and annotate, and other reading strategies. It is a comprehensive guide to improving your reading skills and understanding the books you read.