What circumstances are good and bad to give a book as a gift?
2007-05-23 05:51:25 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
I think in all circumstances books are good to give. However you should choose the topic wisely not to offend someone. Know their interests, likes, dislikes, what the occassion is, etc. I think books are the most special gift. I love receiving books. Don't give me something like self-help or anything like that. Those are personal books. Don't try to pass on a message or suggestion. Be thoughtful and creative with your choice.
2007-05-23 05:55:01 · answer #1 · answered by atlantaboi3 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A book is always a good gift if it's the right book. If you don't know what the right book is, though, a gift certificate from a bookstore is a very good choice. I seriously can't think of any circumstance when a book is a bad gift, so long as the book is chosen well for the receiver.
2007-05-23 06:43:46 · answer #2 · answered by Gidget 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you know the recipient likes to read, a book is a good gift. Hopefully you know what type of books the person likes to read and get them something in that genre (romance novels, science fiction, mysteries, etc) or by an author you know they like. Or, even if they aren't avid readers but you know they have a certain interest, there are large "coffee-table" books with great photos for just about every interest - cats, Harley-Davidsons, different styles of art, etc. If in doubt, a gift card to a bookstore is a good idea. I would say a book would be a great birthday or Christmas gift, but maybe not appropriate for a wedding. And if it's for a romantic interest, unless it's a book of romantic poetry, I would steer away from a book for her gift.
2007-05-23 05:57:15 · answer #3 · answered by Stimpy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does the person read for recreation and is it a book in a topic of interest? If you answer yes to both of these, it's a good gift. If the person either hates reading or you're going to buy a book with a topic you've never seen them show interest in, then it's a lousy gift.
2007-05-23 05:55:13 · answer #4 · answered by chris m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honey, asking that question around here is like asking to get tarred and feathered. LOL Just kidding. A book is a great gift to give someone, as long as you pick it out to suit the person, and not just grab one off the best seller list. Know someone who's in business? Get them a business book. Someone who is romantic and likes fiction? Get them one of those. But if you're unsure of the person who you're giving a gift to, get them a gift certificate. It says "I like you, but I want you to have your own fun in the bookstore and here's something that you're going to love".
In order to appreciate the full vastness of the question, I'm trying to come at this from an objective view. I assume that somewhere out there are people who do not read, can not read for some reason, or just don't like it. I am not one of those people. I read voraciously. Anything really, and everything that I can get my hands on. For me, there is nothing better than the latest book. But you have to tailor your gift to the person who is going to receive it. I wouldn't give a book as a wedding gift, but for a boyfriend if he likes cars or a friend who has a birthday and I know what they are into.
Just depends on the person.
Good Luck.
Trilli, who would love a gift certificate.
2007-05-23 08:11:14 · answer #5 · answered by Trillium 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a good gift if they like books, otherwise it would be sort of disappointing! Even still, reading preferences are a personal thing- so unless you know for SURE the person wanted a particular book, it may be safer to get a gift card to Border's Books , or something or that nature.
2007-05-23 05:56:22 · answer #6 · answered by DrkLashes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's a good book about something the person is interested in, then it's an excellent gift. Just make sure you know the person fairly well before giving them the book.
2007-05-23 06:40:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every time I find a book I forgot I owned (after 5 10 15 years) it is like getting the gift all over again. Books are wonderful and timeless I am the book giver in my family.
2007-05-23 05:58:22 · answer #8 · answered by Michael B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think books are a good gift to give, especially one that is very well thought out or has special meaning to the giver or the receiver. Books would be good for birthdays, Christmas or anything like that. I love getting books from my family and friends.
2007-05-23 05:54:13 · answer #9 · answered by momofmodi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Books are great if you pick something that they are in to. They can be a really thoughtful gift even if a person isn't really into reading if you pick a book on a subject that they really do like. It shows you were thinking of them and not just picking any old generic gift.
2007-05-23 05:56:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋