What problems, ideas or questions first got you interested in algebraic geometry? Obviously, a lot of people are very interested in algebraic geometry. I suppose this means it is a fascinating area. However the few times I have tried to read introductory books and/or articles in the area, I haven't been able to "get it" or even to see what all the fuss is about. It seems pretty technical.
A few questions for those who are involved in algebraic geometry:


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*What was your first exposure to algebraic geometry, and did you immediately like it? If not, what made you go back and study it later?

*What problems, ideas or questions first got you interested in the field?

*Can you recommend a strategy for breaking into the field such that the material will seem as well-motivated as humanly possible?


After my master thesis in logic I wanted to find a subject for a PhD Thesis. I asked professors and obtained a sequence of books in different subjects. One was "Undergraduate algebraic geometry" of Miles Reid. After this, I decided to choose this subject for a PhD Thesis.
I definitely recommend this book for readings. It is very easy, you do not need anything to discover the fields and are directly into it. For me the best to start.
