Colson, Buckley, and You

In 'How Now Shall We Live? ', Charles W. Colson, Nancy R. Pearcey, and Harold Fickett offer a transformative framework for Christians to confront the deepest moral and ethical questions of modern society. The book emphasizes the importance of a holistic Christian perspective that addresses every sphere of life, from family and education to politics, science, art, and music. It compares and contrasts Christianity with secular humanist worldviews, providing tools for believers to understand, engage, and shape the world around them in truth, justice, and compassion.

In 'Born Again,' Charles W. Colson chronicles his profound journey from the heights of political power to the depths of public disgrace and personal despair, culminating in a life-transforming encounter with Christianity. The book explores the intricacies of political intrigue, the personal toll of scandal, and offers a compelling testimony of redemption and renewal. Colson's conversion began with his reading of C.S. Lewis’s 'Mere Christianity' and was influenced by various individuals, leading to a spiritual rebirth that transformed his life and priorities. The memoir includes his experiences in prison, where he began to apply his faith and influence others through Bible studies and ministry.

Edited by William F. Buckley Jr. and Charles R. Kesler, this book compiles twenty-six essays that delve into the core principles and challenges of American conservative thought. The essays cover topics such as the role of the state, the impact of liberalism, and other matters central to conservative ideology. The book is a significant contribution to the discourse on American conservatism, reflecting the editorial expertise of both Buckley and Kesler.

Written in 1951, God and Man at Yale is a critical examination of Yale University's undergraduate education by William F. Buckley Jr., who had just graduated from the institution. The book argues that Yale's faculty were undermining the university's founding ethos of Christian humanism by promoting atheism, collectivism, and Keynesian economics. Buckley criticized specific courses and professors for their hostility to religion and individualism, suggesting that this was a betrayal of the values held by Yale's alumni. The book is considered a seminal work in the American conservative movement and had a significant impact on Buckley's career and public profile.