Since a couple of people have mentioned sci-fi, I thought I'd put in a recommendation for Kim Stanley Robinson's Mars Trilogy. It's one of the most awesome, sweeping epics I've ever read. Anyone else read it?

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Not yet, but it is on my list of things to read if I ever finish my degree and actually have some free time!
My studies have ground to a halt at the moment due to lack of light in my study (wiring problem) and the fact that I am addicted to this board! (ie. lack of motivation after 4 years of working full time during the day and studying at night and weekends! I'm burnt out! Just... keep... going... 2... more... months..... aaaaaaaarrrrrrrgggghhh!)

I look forward to reading other people's comments on the series here to give me some idea of what to expect.

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