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What kinds of books do Xavier Faculty like to read?

Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee by Dee Brown. I think every American should read this book.- Mr. Chiafulio

One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia Márquez and Sophie's Choice by William Styron.- Mr. Vargas

Dostoevsky's Brothers Karamazov because he cites profound truths about human nature that 21st century Western Culture is loathe to acknowledge.-Colonel Campbell.

The Odyssey by Homer.  After thousands of years, it is still as entertaining as it was when it was written.-Ms. Trekell

Fear and Trembling by Soren Kierkegaard, because it's the most fun I ever had reading philosophy.- Mr. Lavy

My favorite novel is by C.S. Lewis, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Lewis is a master story teller, who can captivate both children and adults.  The tale that he weaves in The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe creates a world with infinite possibilities and opens the imagination. It has been my favorite since I was about 8 years old!- Mr. Powers

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