The Books That Changed Us: Life Changing Books To Transform Your World

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4 ай бұрын

Dive into a captivating episode of the Classical Et Cetera podcast where host Jessica Gardner, alongside guests Martin and Tanya, delve into the must-read books that changed their lives. From the insights in "War and Peace" by Leo Tolstoy to Wendell Berry's profound reflections on community and nature, this episode is a great watch for anyone looking for books to transform their life.
Explore how C. S. Lewis's "Mere Christianity" fortifies faith, and learn about the significance of classical education through works like "Climbing Parnassus" and "A Defense of Classical Education."
Experienced readers and literature beginners will love these famous and lesser-known works of fiction and non-fiction that will expand their libraries and appreciation for Great Books!
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@memoriapress 4 ай бұрын

None of the cast has ever fully read a Richard Rohr book before. While you may disagree with Jessica's mentioning of him, it is important to acknowledge that this is-in no way-approval of his ideas or a recommendation of his books. Jessica was only stating that she started one of his books because she wanted to know more about him. Memoria Press is-above all-an ecumenical Christian company. We believe in the divinity of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and we believe it is the role (and privilege) of parents and families to pass on their own doctrine to their children.

@mrs.b3902 4 ай бұрын

I know Memoria develops great material for the homeschool community and I’ve purchased it. I do support the good curriculum that you provide. However, I will push back a little on the comment that this is not an approval of his ideas or recommendation of his book…the title of this episode is “The Books that Changed Us: Life Changing Books to Transform Your World.” Perhaps do not mention a book such as this on an episode with such a title. Again, thank you for the many wonderful resources you have provided and episodes that are very good. This one area of criticism is good and on point but does not overshadow your good works.

@Ashgutierr 4 ай бұрын

@@mrs.b3902 It’s important to listen with context. They were mentioning the books that they were currently reading as they always do in every episode.

@kaliki76 4 ай бұрын

@@Ashgutierr i don't think you listened to the whole podcast. The Title and discussion from Tonya and Martin were about books that were life changing from any time period in their life and it was books they already read and gave an explanation about. Martin even explained one author that was a Marxist at the beginning, but later re-thought his ideas, but that his books still influenced him. He also made it clear that in another book there was some Freud or Niche (can't remember which) references to be aware of. Martin understood the topic and came informed.

@garlandofbooks4494 4 ай бұрын

I could tell that none of you have read him, and so I wanted to encourage caution. I know that one of Jessica’s most favorite books is Hinds Feet on High Places, which is also my mom’s favorite book, and I’m about to read it with my children ❤️. I value your books recs and ideas, and your commitment to a thoroughly Christian education.

@mrs.b3902 4 ай бұрын

@@AshgutierrI went back and listened more closely and she did say she wasn’t sure if this would be one of her most influential books, so I stand corrected on that point. However, with such a controversial figure it’s probably good practice not to bring him up on such a podcast. Nothing with this current thread diminishes the Memoria Press homeschool material, which is excellent.

@WelshRabbit Ай бұрын

I love the whole "Sharpe's" series by Bernard Cornwell and the "Master and Commander" (Aubrey-Maturin) series by Patrick O'Brian. Though historical fiction, both authors went to great lengths to base them on actual events, and especially in the case of O'Brian, many real people. As for boys, especially for action and character-building, I recommend reading a lot of the classic GA Henty books.

@tammyschilling5362 4 ай бұрын

Thank you guys so much for doing these. You can't believe how much I enjoy them. It takes me 2-3 hours to get through one, because I have to pause, look up a book on the library site or app, then message a friend about another one, etc. You all are so great.

@anthonyskrobul3726 Ай бұрын

Thank you for this excellent and informative discussion. I would suggest the following book for boys: "The Twenty-One Balloons" by William Pene du Bois. I read this book when I was in grade school, and it led me to read books by Jules Verne and H. G. Wells. I can also recommend two fine books on classical education. These are: "Who Killed Homer?: The Demise of Classical Education and the Recovery of Greek Wisdom" by Victor Davis Hanson and John Heath, and "Why Homer Matters" by Adam Nicolson. Thank you for your great channel.

@BreezeTalk 4 ай бұрын

Really loving this episode. Epic suggestions. Loads of fun. Loved learning about the cultural critics and Christian literature. Good minds in a useful meeting.

@SWKS_AG05 2 ай бұрын

Jessica, keep at it ❤.

@garlandofbooks4494 4 ай бұрын

@7:13 - That Richard Rohr believes the Bible is in error, anecdotal, conflicting, and without a clear theology of God, and believes that the idea of a God who would require the blood sacrifice of his son is “problem-oriented” is shown in an article of Alisa Childers called “Here’s why Christians should avoid the teachings of Richard Rohr”. (Alisa Childers studies Christian apologetics) “Father” Richard rohr … I’ve watched your videos on this channel about how important it is that Memoria Press is Christian. So please use caution, as rohr is leading many astray from the faith. He does not teach orthodox Christian doctrine. That Rohr is very popular is true, but not a commendation.

@EmilyAnn634571 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely agree and firmly believe he should be laicized. I’m catholic and abide by the magisterium so that opinion does not come from anti catholic sentiment at all. This is very concerning for the content of the memoria press curriculum I’ve selected to homeschool with. I’m still in preschool with my kids, are you further along? Have you seen these views reflected in their Christian studies?

@mrs.b3902 4 ай бұрын

Yes. Good criticism.

@michaelh1314 4 ай бұрын

Well said.

@kaliki76 4 ай бұрын

@@EmilyAnn634571 no, not at all. But it's always good to remain vigilant.

@garlandofbooks4494 4 ай бұрын

@@EmilyAnn634571 I mainly watch this channel for Martin’s book recommendations. I haven’t used much of their curriculum, I actually follow Charlotte Mason method, which I do consider to be a in the tradition of classical and not neoclassical, so Memoria Press being also classical and also not neoclassical is somewhat close to CM method. We study Latin from years 5-12, as well as Greek and Roman history, which MP have described as essentials to classical education (and Tanya adds, and Greek language if you get to it).

@nwilson942 4 ай бұрын

That’s so funny Tanya 😂! Just before you said that you wouldn’t read your brother’s books, I was thinking about what my 3rd grade daughter just said today was her favourite current book series… The Hardy Boys (the original series). And later today we’re going to pickup Nancy Drew books from FB marketplace 😉. Thank for this episode, I thoroughly enjoyed it!!

@StevenSmith-1865 2 ай бұрын

Does Martin remember or know which year or why William F Buckley pressed Tracy Lee Simmons to write Climbing Parnassus?

@ThehomeschoolhelperJG 2 ай бұрын

@memoriapress can you please share the list of westerns? Id love to watch these with my sons!

@memoriapress 2 ай бұрын

Hello! You can find a list of Western's that Martin recommends, here: www.memoriapress.com/more-boy-books/.

@ThehomeschoolhelperJG 2 ай бұрын

@@memoriapress thank you so very much!

@BirthingBravelyandBeyond 2 ай бұрын

My sons LOVE the Little House series and that’s been categorized as a more “for girls” category

@user-eb9fb9ri6e 3 ай бұрын

I just happened to notice that on the book list for boys you have the author of 1776 listed as Richard McCollough, but the only one I can find is by David McCullough with a “u.” Is this the correct book? About Washington?

@kaliki76 4 ай бұрын

The fact that someone would suggest a book by Richard Rohr, who would be the antithesis of classical ideals, in a podcast about life changing books, is disturbing and dangerous to promote.

@hannahbennett789 3 ай бұрын

She didn’t suggest the book…she also didn’t include it in her life changing books. She just mentioned that it was one she was currently reading to see what it was all about. 🤷🏻‍♀️

@tammyschilling5362 4 ай бұрын

Ok, if you like A Severe Mercy try "The Secret Diary of Elizabeth Lesuer"

@tammyschilling5362 4 ай бұрын

Tanya: to help you with Chesterton, forget Orthodoxy for the moment, instead listen to "What's Wrong with the World" read by Bernard Mayes. Mayes is an INCREDIBLE narrator and you will swear that he is Chesterton's voice. The book is not difficult, the topics stunningly relevant for today's world, and you will get the "beat" of Chesterton's voice and jokes. It's only about 6 hours.

@garlandofbooks4494 4 ай бұрын

I saved that on my hoopla! Sounds good and thanks for the recommendation!

@tonyafridley434 4 ай бұрын

Me too…😊 Thanks

@TanyaCharlton 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! I have Audible credits I need to use, so I'm going to grab it right now. I'm sure you will hear my report on it at some point on the podcast, but first, War and Peace to the end!

@jonostake 4 ай бұрын

The irrational hatred of reading things from people you disagree with by people in these comments is worrying

@garlandofbooks4494 3 ай бұрын

The main problem is the title of “father” and the extent to which Rohr is effectively deceiving others that he is Christian while he rejects Jesus as the Christ (in his book The Universal Christ), which is an essential doctrine of the faith. Reading the book is totally doable, maybe something good could be gleaned from it. I read books from many various people I disagree with, but I don’t enter reading those books the same way I would the books of biblical Christian leaders. So, I would not say it’s an irrational take to advise caution with Rohr.