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Books that have re-wired my brain chemistry.
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I don’t read as much as I used to, but either way, here are some of the books I remember that have in some way, (re)shaped the way I think.
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Faith/spirituality

 
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I mean, need I say more?
Read the Bible online. A free Bible on your phone, tablet, or computer. | The ...
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You’d think having the bible on my list would be enough, but I have to include the catholic bible too because of the part where there are extra books in it that the Protestant bible lacks!
The Catholic Bible Online
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Cultural commentary

 
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One could say she predicted America’s future, but I think it’s just a matter of knowing history well enough to recognize patterns
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler, Paperback
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No, but the idea of starting a religion is quite something. I love Octavia
Parable of the Talents (Earthseed, #2) by Octavia E. Butler
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This one was quite relatable for many reasons, and maddening for others.
Americanah by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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Octavia never missed.
Kindred by Octavia E. Butler
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