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I devoured classic novels as a teenager. In a world of distractions, can I relearn how to read them?

In less than a decade, surrounded by screens, I lost my ability to read some of the best books ever written. But, inspired by the Guardian’s 100 best novels list, I was determined to get it back

I devoured classic novels as a teenager. In a world of distractions, can I relearn how to read them?

TL;DR

  • The author's ability to read great books has diminished in less than ten years.
  • This decline is associated with being surrounded by screens.
  • The Guardian's list of the 100 best novels has inspired the author to try and relearn how to read them.