Describe a book that had a major influence on you.
You should say:
- what the name of the book and its author?
- how you first heard about the book?
- what the main story of the book is?
- what influence this book had on you?
Sample Answer
One book that has influenced me is “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” by Douglas Adams.
I first heard of the book from a friend who recommended it to me due to my love of science fiction and humor. The main story of the book follows an unwitting human and his alien friend as they travel through space, encountering strange and hilarious situations along the way.
This book played an important role in my life because it introduced me to the idea of using humor to approach even the most absurd and difficult situations. It taught me to not take life too seriously and to always be open to new and unconventional ideas. The book’s unique blend of science fiction and humor inspired me to embrace my own quirks and individuality. It also showed me the value of friendship and how having someone to share the journey with can make all the difference.