Literature 230

The second book in the series following the lives of the brothers of St. Alcuin, a medieval monastery.

A love story about God and man, as well as the love between brothers in Christ, the tale of monastic life reflects the human struggle of every person who desires to love God and receive grace.

A story about growing through the pain of betrayal and loss. An excellent picture of what it means to grow up and discover the meaning of maturity.

Secrets, spies, and stories drive this tale forward, packed with historical detail and bringing redemption despite loss. Heartwarming.

Don't underestimate your children's ear for poetry. Well over two hundred great works in one rich volume—from Blake, Dickinson, and Wordsworth to Keats, Frost, and the exquisitely translated haiku of...

A quiet, unassuming priest solves mysteries based on his knowledge of human character. Delightful collection of the best of Father Brown.

The classic story of a plain, yet spirited governess, her arrogant employer, and how their relationship developed over class barriers. The archetype for all Gothic romances.

Oliver Twist, written by Charles Dickens, is the story of a good-hearted orphan who runs away to London only to be captured by thieves.

The Plague comes to town via a parcel very innocently bought. I love how this author writes.

The classic allegory about Christian who leaves his home in the City of Destruction to travel to the Celestial City.

"It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife." Thus opens this most popular of Austen's books, all of which revolve, more or less,...

Fourteen year-old Elenor reluctantly awaits the return of her betrothed from the Crusade.

The classic story of a shipwrecked mariner that has stood the test of time. Written by author Daniel Defoe and first published in 1719, Robinson's story of survival has entertained many.

A timeless tale of star-crossed lovers from feuding families. This beautiful, poetic play is Shakespeare's most famous - and for good reason. Read Shakespeare Made Easy -Romeo and Juliet for a romantic,...

Screwtape, a demon from the devil's own horde, has written these letters to his nephew, Wormwood, giving him tips on how to trip up the church. An eye-opening book.

A tragedy set in the context of seventh century Britain. 300 Companions seek to protect their land from invading Saxons. Told by a master storyteller.

A masterful retelling of the Cupid and Psyche myth presented with a Christian twist as only C.S. Lewis could do it.

Teaching Twelfth Night is made easy with this side-by-side text. My favorite Shakespearean comedy. A love story of mistaken identities complete with Shakespeare's wonderful use of language.

Follows Asa from the last day of first grade through 7th, as he survives cruel tests of his intellect, integrity, and sense of decency. A touching, perceptive portrait of a remarkable child. Poignant....

Four wonderful tales written by the man whom C.S. Lewis considered one of the world's best Christian authors.