The Cause - Rob Pirie Reading Through the Harvard Classics 50 Volume Series - Intro: Rob Pirie | Rediscovering Education
Aug 29, 2023
Rob Pirie, Education advocate and host of the Rediscovering Education podcast, introduces a new series on the Harvard Classics 50 Volume Series. He discusses the significance of classical education and his goals for deep diving into the classics to improve reading and comprehension skills. He also mentions his upcoming video series on each book in the series.
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Rob's Educational Journey
- Rob Pirie reflects on his inadequate public education in Louisiana, which lacked inspiration and focused on tests.
- This prompted him to pursue self-education through a structured curriculum like the Harvard Classics.
Founding Fathers & Classics
- Founding Fathers like Jefferson, Franklin, Adams, and Hamilton shared a common foundation in classic literature.
- They were proficient in multiple languages and studied influential works, shaping their understanding of governance and philosophy.
Harvard Classics Overview
- The Harvard Classics, compiled by Charles W. Elliot, offer a curated collection of world literature, speeches, and historical documents.
- Elliot aimed to provide essential knowledge for a cultivated mind in the 20th century.