How to Study

I entered the seminary after seven years at work, and I felt it wise to prepare for the daunting task of embarking on six years of full time study. The advice in Maddox's excellent book was exactly what I needed.

Did it work? Judge for yourself. I was one of five students chosen as guinea pigs for a new STB/MA course overseen by Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, doing the degree work on top of the regular seminary coursework. I passed cum laude.

It seems to me that academic success is made up of three factors: intelligence, application, and skill. I don't see how you can make yourself more intelligent. How hard you work is up to you. Working hard unskillfully might make you feel virtuous, but it's mostly a waste. Harry Maddox can help you acquire the study skills which turn effort into effect.

30 years back when my college grades were showing a downward trend, I approached my professor for help. He recommended this book. For a month I searched for this book throughout the city where I lived. Finally, I got a copy from the second-hand book shop for Indian Rupees 1.50(USD 0.15 - converted at the rate prevailed 30 years back). This book changed my entire life. I followed the book like a Bible. Needless to say, I came out from the college with flying colours! I gifted this book to a close friend. I wish I kept a copy for the sake of my sons. A really wonderful book!

Some time ago i sell this book.I began read it and i had understood that i learning so little. But now,when i read this cool book,i began otherwise look to the things.I became more ease learn information etc.

I have had this book for a long time. I still refer to it frequently, not to refresh my memory, but to enjoy the writing and to get inspiration to study harder. This book has everything from making plans, timetables and motivation to the impact of smoking and exercise on study. It outlines the best known methods for studying both subjects like english literature and mathematics. I am surprised that this book has gone out of print. Read it even if you are not a student. Everyone of us needs to learn things and this book will make it easier.