Covenant Home Reader’s Guides

Women’s roles too much restricted, too much Bible, proper morality, love and

hope themes, Western values assumed as best ... all are reasons for the

elimination of these great works from American school systems. Yet, these are

the books we should all be reading. Don’t miss them!! Read and lead in the

literary classics with Covenant Home Reader’s Guides.

God has graciously given the western nations a rich heritage of excellent lit-

erature that we should appreciate and use. This literature is great because of

its re"ection throughout of the biblical moral standard. No story is possible apart

from God’s revealed standard. If there is no consequence for man’s actions, no #nal

accountability, then no intense interest can accrue. A universe without purpose is

boring and wasted. Christian children should be taught this important truth.

Each guide is approximately thirty pages in length and breaks each chapter into

study questions which develop such key areas as Identity and Characterization,

Individual and Society, Author’s Technique, Vocabulary, Worldview and Understand-

ing and Appreciation.

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Where every sinful urge of greed and envy is pursued, the city of man appears in horror and destruction. On the other hand,

where men are restrained by law and grace, we see progress and stability. This profound study is beautifully woven together

with a story of the deep love and devotion of a man for a woman.

A Tale of Two Cities - Dickens ................................. $11.00

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A most wonderful work by a truly godly author is set in a time when a high view of personal calling, of the home and family

and of life itself, as created by God, was taken for granted.

Jane Eyre - Brontë .................................................. $8.95

Captains Courageous Reader’s Guide ............................................................

Kipling’s book re"ects a Christian understanding of work, culture and the nature of man. He wrote in a way that would touch

his reader. This story is especially appropriate for children and young boys. Coming of age, facing responsibility and making

the grade are among important themes addressed.

Captains Courageous - Kipling ................................ $4.25

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The author portrays his personal philosophy about the quest of man and of his perception of God! London, in his personal

despair, sees the struggle of man against overpowering odds in Buck, the wonderful dog he describes. Set in the Alaskan

gold rush of the 1890s, we are given unusual insight into the mind and heart of one without Christ, trying to make his way in

the world that God created.

Call of the Wild - London ......................................... $7.95

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One of Dickens’ #nest works, Great Expectations deals with the growth of a young man in search of his identity as his world

expands with the confrontation of various kinds of people. The CHC Reader’s Guide will help to enrich appreciation and

understanding of the characters, the author’s technique and a biblical analysis of world view.

Great Expectations - Dickens ................................. $8.95

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Christians should approach Huck with anticipation and good humor. Mark Twain presents typical unbelieving attitudes

about the Church and about society. God’s people can and must learn the lessons that are posed here.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn - Twain ........... $6.95

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A signi#cant challenge, but this is a must read for young people. One needs to remember that patience is essential in under-

standing Dostoevsky. All known excuses for rebellion are explored. The heart and spirit are wrung out and caused to delve

deeply into every corridor of life. Poverty, inequality, dissipation and misery are described and studied. Slavic pathos spills

out in displays of depravity that are very real in human experience. A dirty mirror is held up to our faces, and we are unable

to look away. The Gospel of Christ is glori#ed in the #nal analysis of this work.

Crime and Punishment - Dostoevsky ...................... $8.95

Classical Literature

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When you consider, in Scriptural light, the world view the author is expressing in this famous play, you will be won over as a

full-"edged fan of the Old Bard. This careful, line-by-line analysis will help to focus your interest and appreciation. You may

#nd yourself quoting Shakespeare to your friends.

Julius Caesar - Shakespeare .................................. $11.95

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Melville’s writing genius is established in his #rst three words, “Call me Ishmael.” These words carry a cogent message lost on

most readers today. Melville’s use of Scriptural allusion is masterful throughout the entire work. Your surprise will continu-

ally increase as you and your student are challenged by the way the author wrestles with momentous ideas such as free will

and predestination. Melville, himself, said the book was “all about hell” and the hell in men’s hearts. In Moby Dick we are

brought face to face with God’s wonderful sovereignty and providence.

Moby Dick - Melville ............................................. $12.95

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When faced with the harsh reality of combat, Henry Fleming at #rst fails badly, then is forced through a brutal labyrinth of

experiences, emerging a changed man. This work is especially appropriate for young people who wonder how they will

manage the mounting demands of life.

The Red Badge of Courage - Crane ...................... $8.95

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The very idea of heroes and rescues comes from the Word of God. In our wonderful Lord we have the One who engages and

defeats the Serpent and his host, who sets the marriage feast and comes for His Bride. All of this faithfully and excitingly reso-

nates throughout the story of King Arthur. Honor, manner, character, expression and faith are all considered in this great work.

King Arthur - Pyle ................................................ $15.50

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This excellent work has a double signi#cance. It is the #rst English novel, the #rst story published about believable charac-

ters, in realistic situations, in simple prose. The author, Daniel Defoe, achieved literary immortality in April 1719, when he

published his Robinson Crusoe. The book was partly based on the memoirs of the voyage of Alexander Selkirk. Its second

signi#cance is found in the clearly Christian message that is presented throughout the story. A particular point that cannot

be missed is how the waywardness and disobedience of the young Robinson resulted in his terrible and prolonged trial and

banishment on the island. Yet, in God’s amazing providence and sovereign rule, Robinson’s testing led to his soul’s salvation

and his ultimate wealth and happiness.

Robinson Crusoe - Defoe ..................................... $8.95

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The Gothic novel was a popular format during the Romantic and early-Victorian literary period (1780-1850) in England. This

style meant dark, melancholy and mysterious characters who led tortured lives. The word wuthering brings to mind the

#erce and cold winds that battered the moors of Northern England. This suggests, of course, the stormy tumult of unrequited

love, the unfairness of almost every social relationship and the moldering resentment and envy that so often rules the heart.

These sentiments may not be familiar to everyone, but they usually are well-known to young people.

Wuthering Heights - Brontë .................................. $8.95

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The epic journey of Odysseus provides lessons for life from an unusual perspective. Because God is sovereign, even Greek

mythology reveals interesting themes. Read Homer for the #rst time, or read him again to gain these insights.

Odyssey - Homer ................................................... $8.95

Classical Literature and Supplemental Readers

Shakespeare is largely banned from public schools today

because of his rich use of biblical themes and examples.

He has often been excluded from Christian schools for other,

less obvious, reasons. This excellent study will make you and

your children Shakespeare devotees, intent on #nding more.

The Bard’s clever and perceptive portrayals give us most

interesting and compelling insights into life and reality.

Peter Liethart’s #ne book and our accompanying Covenant

Home answer key will facilitate a fascinating and pro#table

learning experience with full course credit. Complete with

Day-by-Day Scheduling Guide, composition and research paper

assignments.

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