The book as a way of knowledge, critical thinking and communication - The Philanagnosia Club of the Orthodox Academy of Cretetranslated

The book as a way of knowledge, critical thinking and communication

The Philanthropy Club of the Orthodox Academy of Crete

Written by Yiannis Moutogiannakis

Scientific Associate and Librarian of OAK

Reading is not a habit that only concerns children and young people, nor is it an activity that ends with the end of school or academic education. On the contrary, the love of books can accompany man at every stage of his life, offering him lasting opportunities for learning, personal cultivation, self-awareness and meaningful communication.

In adult life, reading takes on special importance. In everyday life, with its fast pace, professional obligations and constant flow of information, the book offers a different way of approaching reality. It invites us to slow down, take time to think and approach issues that concern people, society and the world around us more carefully.

The book is a window into different times, cultures, perceptions and human experiences. Reading can become a personal journey, in which the person…