Great Books

  • A Classical Anthology of Verse

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    Dive in to great poetry with A Classical Anthology of Verse, a compilation of 39 memorable poems from some of history’s greatest poets. Each poem is set in easy-to-read text, with ample margins and line numbers (as needed) — perfect for class discussion, note taking, analysis, and enjoyment. Let this student-friendly anthology of classical verse cultivate a greater understanding and appreciation of poetry. (BONUS: Includes optional color illustrations of two paintings by Pieter Bruegel the Elder, referred to in “Musée de Beaux Arts” by W.H. Auden.)

  • British Literature Catechism

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    “To do a thing every day, at the same time, and according to the same customs is a little victory against time — time, which naturally destroys the body and corrupts the memory.”

    — Joshua Gibbs, Something They Will Not Forget

    Catechesis is not just for spiritual education! Savor this survey of British Literature — from Beowulf to The Screwtape Letters — in about 13 minutes, while contemplating Truth, Virtue, and Beauty. Our British Literature Catechism helps Classical students commit some of the English language’s most compelling passages to memory. Regular repetition encourages memorization and contemplation of these classic works, and provides Biblical context for the modern scholar. An essential companion to any lover of the Great Books!

    Purchase includes:

    • Instant download of a 2-page, letter-size PDF
    • Personal Use License (Single User)
    • Download access for one year (365 days) from purchase date, including any updates and errata

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  • Shakespeare and Poetry Catechism

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    “To do a thing every day, at the same time, and according to the same customs is a little victory against time — time, which naturally destroys the body and corrupts the memory.”

    — Joshua Gibbs, Something They Will Not Forget

    Catechesis is not just for spiritual education! Savor this taste of Shakespeare and Poetry in about 10 minutes, while contemplating Truth, Virtue, and Beauty. Included are passages from William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, Julius Caesar, Macbeth, Henry V, and Hamlet, plus “A Psalm of Life” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Our Shakespeare and Poetry Catechism helps Classical students commit some of the The Bard’s most compelling speeches to memory. Regular repetition encourages memorization and contemplation of these classic works, and provides Biblical context for the modern scholar. An essential companion to any lover of classical verse!

    Purchase includes:

    • Instant download of a 3-page, letter-size PDF
    • Personal Use License (Single User)
    • Download access for one year (365 days) from purchase date, including any updates and errata

    Digital download only. No physical item will be shipped.