Indian readers

Just came across this post on the BBC News website. Apparently, Indians read more than any other nationality. According to one commentator though, it's not usually done for pleasure.

"Reading books just isn't a habit with them because they're not into cultural pursuits. It's not a part of their make-up. All they want to do is consume."

So says Venkateshwar Rao in the Sunday Times. Agree? Why, and what do you enjoy reading? I'm currently going through two books: 'MRI: From Picture to Proton' and 'Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring'. Not enjoying the latter as much as I'd hoped though. I wasn't expecting to say this, but I think the film is better than the book.