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The other day I came across some disturbing statistics on reading. According to a Jenkins Group survey, 42% of college graduates will never read another book. Since most people read bestsellers printed in the past 10 years, it follows that virtually no one is reading the classics. Although it’s unfortunate that the intellectual heritage of humanity is being forgotten we can use this to our benefit. By reading the classics to improve your mind you can give yourself an advantage. These examples illustrate 10 ways reading the classics will help you succeed. 某天我发现了一些让人十分困惑的数据。根据Jenkins出版集团的调查，42%的人在大学毕业后再也没有读过书。由于现在大部分人都会选择近十年的畅销书进行阅读，越来越少的人会选择经典著作。不得不遗憾的说，我们人类智慧遗产正在逐渐被遗忘。读经典对你自己大有好处，可以帮助提升你的思想境界，下面就是读名著帮助你提升的10种方式。 1. Bigger Vocabulary 扩大词汇量 When reading the classics you’ll come across many words that are no longer commonly used. Why learn words most people don’t use? To set yourself apart. Having a bigger vocabulary is like having a tool box with more tools. A larger arsenal of words enables you to express yourself more eloquently. You’ll be able to communicate with precision and create a perception of higher intelligence that will give you an advantage in work and social situations. | 
