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Christians Reading Classics

Mere Orthodoxy
Heart Of a Dog
Children's Literature
Alice's Adventures In Wonderland
Mikhail Bulgakov
Theology
Nicene Creed
Dostoevsky
Soviet Union
Flannery O'connor
Little House On the Prairie
Lewis Carroll
J.R.R. Tolkien
New Economic Policy
Gogol
A Good Man Is Hard To Find
The Everlasting Man
Democracy In America
World War I
Winnie the Pooh
Laura Ingalls Wilder

Christians Reading Classics is a podcast about classic books being read through a distinctly Christian lens. Hosted by author and classicist, Nadya Williams, Christians Reading Classics introduces—or should we say—re-introduces listeners to classic works that have inspired generations. Interviewing experts who know these books well, the hope is to inspire listeners and awaken their imagination to ... more

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Nadya Williams and David Kee discuss Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged — its origins, philosophy, and enduring relevance for American Christians. Kee, a business professor at Harding University who teaches the novel, traces Rand's objectivism, the tension be... more

Jane Austen's most underrated novel is also her most serious. In this conversation, books editor Nadya Williams and essayist Beatrice Scudeler explore what Mansfield Park has to say about virtue, vocation, wealth, and the formation of character -- an... more

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Nadya Williams and Evie Solheim discuss Wuthering Heights, what makes it a gothic classic, why Emily Brontë's moral ambiguity still provokes, how the novel speaks to a generation starved for romance, and why the new film adaptation trades subtlety fo... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Leslie Baynes
Associate Professor of New Testament and Second Temple Judaism in the Department of Languages, Cultures, and Religions at Missouri State University.
Missouri State University
Episode: C.S. Lewis - The Great Divorce with Dr. Leslie Baynes
Carolyn Weber
A literary scholar, professor at New College Franklin in Franklin, Tennessee, and the award-winning author of multiple books.
New College Franklin, Author of Surprised by Oxford
Episode: Dorothy L. Sayers - Gaudy Night with Carolyn Weber
Jon Parrish Peede
President of Ashland University and editor of multiple books on Flannery O'Connor
Ashland University
Episode: Flannery O'Connor - A Good Man Is Hard To Find with Jon Parrish Peede
Daniel K. Williams
Associate Professor of History and author
Ashland University
Episode: Sinclair Lewis - It Couldn't Happen Here with Daniel K. Williams
John Wilsey
Professor of Church History and Philosophy, Chair of Church History and Historical Theology at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: Alexis de Tocqueville - Democracy in America with John Wilsey
Shawn Wilhite
Associate Professor of New Testament at California Baptist University
California Baptist University
Episode: The Nicene Creed with Shawn Wilhite and Coleman Ford
Coleman Ford
Assistant Professor of Humanities at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Texas Baptist College
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: The Nicene Creed with Shawn Wilhite and Coleman Ford
Kirsten Sanders
Theologian, author, and Tolkien enthusiast with a Ph.D. from Emory University
Emory University
Episode: J.R.R. Tolkien - The Return of the King with Kirsten Sanders
John Shelton
Policy Director for Advancing American Freedom
Advancing American Freedom
Episode: Lewis Carroll - Alice in Wonderland with John Shelton

Host

Nadya Williams
Books Editor at Mere Orthodoxy and Interim Director of the Master in Fine Arts in Creative Writing at Ashland University

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Literature lovers rejoice!

    This show is such a treat! Nadya brings on such fascinating guests to discuss a variety of classics. The discussions range from key themes of the texts, to the context in which they were composed, to the reason they continue to appeal to readers. Lovers of the books/authors discussed will gain a deeper appreciation, and a desire to pick them back off the shelf, while new readers will receive an excellent base on which to build their first read.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Elise Boratenski
    United States5 months ago

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G.K. Chesterton - The Everlasting Man with Timothy Larsen
Q: What advice would you give to someone who picks up The Everlasting Man for the first time?
Approach the book with an open mind, focusing on the influence of Chesterton's great mind rather than just seeking specific answers.
G.K. Chesterton - The Everlasting Man with Timothy Larsen
Q: Can you walk us through Chesterton's argument in The Everlasting Man?
The book is divided into two parts, the first one re-narrating the human story and the second focusing on Christ, combining art's significance through humanity's past and the incarnation's startling nature.
G.K. Chesterton - The Everlasting Man with Timothy Larsen
Q: What is a classic?
A classic resonates personally, finds multiple generations drawn to it for its emotional and existential relevance, and allows readers to connect with shared experiences.
Reading Ancient Pagans As Modern Christians
Q: What problems or obstacles do your readers face?
Readers often lack access to classics education due to limited offerings in high schools and colleges and may feel intimidated by older literature.
Reading Ancient Pagans As Modern Christians
Q: Who is your primary audience for this book?
The primary audience includes teachers, professors, and students of classical Christian education, as well as homeschoolers and thoughtful Christians who enjoy reading.

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This podcast stands out by exploring classic literature through a Christian perspective, emphasizing the relevance of these texts in fostering spiritual development and imagination. Host Nadya Williams engages with various guests, including scholars and theologians, to discuss renowned works in literature, examining their moral, theological, and cultural implications. The discussions often highlight timeless themes and challenge listeners to appreciate the complexities and insights embedded in classic literature, making it accessible to both seasoned readers and newcomers alike.

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2. Carolyn Weber
3. Jon Parrish Peede
4. Daniel K. Williams
5. John Wilsey
6. Shawn Wilhite
7. Coleman Ford
8. Kirsten Sanders

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