Literatur - Bücher lesen

a small object, typically made of metal or wood, that is placed on either end of a row of books to keep them standing upright and prevent them from falling over

Bücherstütze

a thin marker, usually made of paper, cardboard, or fabric, used to keep one's place in a book or other printed material

Lesezeichen

a device used to support a book while it is being read, typically designed to hold the book at an angle that makes it easier to read

having a cover or binding

gebunden

not bound together but instead consists of individual sheets that can be easily added, removed, or reorganized

a type of binding where a metal or plastic coil is wound through small holes along the edge of a stack of pages or a notebook

not shortened or simplified and containing all original content or text

ungekürzt

(of pages of a book) not been trimmed or cut during the bookbinding process

ungeschnitten

(of a book, magazine, etc.) having been read many times and showing signs of wear and use, particularly on its pages

so engaging and interesting that the reader is eager to keep turning the pages to find out what happens next

a book or story that is so engaging and compelling that it keeps the reader eagerly turning the pages

Blattwender

(of a book) very exciting in a way that one cannot stop reading it

unbestreitbar

characterized by beauty, elegance, or emotional depth similar to what is often found in poetry

poetisch

(of a language or style of writing) related to or suitable for works of literature rather than everyday discourse

literarisch

(a work created by an author, artist, or composer) entirely new and not based on existing works or sources

(of a piece of writing) composed or constructed in a way that is clear, effective, and skillfully presented

gut geschrieben

creating a sense of tension, excitement, or anticipation, often by withholding information or revealing it gradually

spannend

a person who loves books, especially as physical objects, and collects them

Bibliophile

someone who has a strong interest in books and enjoys reading them

Bücherfreund

a person who loves reading books and often spends a lot of time reading

Bücherwurm

a group of people who meet regularly to discuss books that they have read together

describing a person who loves to read and has an academic or studious interest in books

buchstäblich

a personal identification card issued by a library that allows an individual to borrow books

Bibliotheksausweis

‌a board connected to a wall or a piece of furniture on which books are kept

Bücherregal

any type of written or printed material that is intended to be read, including books, magazines, newspapers, and online content

Lesestoff

a piece of furniture or a stand designed to hold a book or document at a suitable angle and height for reading

Lesepult

a light source specifically designed to provide illumination for reading purposes, often placed on a desk or table next to the reading material

Leseleuchte

a space, typically in a library or public institution, designated for reading and studying

Lesezimmer

the practice of regularly engaging in reading for pleasure or personal growth

the critical examination of a literary text, including its structure, style, themes, and literary devices, in order to gain a deeper understanding of its meaning and significance

the process of actively and carefully analyzing and evaluating information from a text to form a judgment or opinion about its meaning and quality

a group of people who gather to discuss and promote literature and literary culture, often through activities such as book clubs, lectures, and readings