Classical Education for Adults: Book List & Reading Recommendations

Where should adults start with classical education? In this episode of Classical Et Cetera, we share our top book recommendations for anyone looking to begin their journey into the world of classical learning. Whether you're new to the classics or returning with fresh eyes, these books will help you understand what classical education is, why it matters, and how to dive in. From timeless works to essential guides, we explore where to start, what to read, and how to keep going. Join the conversation in this podcast episode—and check out our classic book lists below!

The Great Books, Books About Classical Education, and Books For Classical Educators: https://www.memoriapress.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Recovery-of-Real-Education.pdf?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=169
 
Memoria Press Literature Curriculum: https://www.memoriapress.com/wp-content/uploads/HLS-Teacher-Reading-Survey.pdf?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=169
 
Martin's Essential Boys Books: https://www.memoriapress.com/martins-essential-boys-books-list/?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=169
 
Martin's Essential Girls Books:
https://www.memoriapress.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Essential-Girls-Books-List_ProofedByEllen.pdf?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=169

 

*What We're Reading* from This Episode: 

_The Collected Short Stories of Louis L'Amour_—Louis L'Amour (Paul) 

_The Name of the Rose_—Umberto Eco (Tanya)  

_On Close Reading_—John Guillory (Martin)