In 1920, prolific literary critic Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch (1863-1944) gave twelve lectures on this question, informed by his experience establishing the English Tripos course at Cambridge. How does the reading of literature help us better understand the spiritual element of man? What should children read? How do we choose what to read, out of countless options? What makes a work of literature a ‘masterpiece’? Sir Arthur confronts these and other questions that many diligent readers have asked themselves at some time. Rich with edifying instruction, "On the Art of Reading" is a marvelous guide for lovers of English literature who wish to graduate from passive to active reading.

The Witan 2024 saw the foremost scholars, creatives, and practical men of our sphere amass to discuss the state of Britain. What will Britain’s new order be? What will its metaphysical framework contain? And what manner of men will lead it? The Witan 2024 saw a mixture of new and returning speakers, including Academic Agent, Carl Bejamin, and Edward Dutton.

An era of renewal and resurgence is dawning, provoking the theme “A Road to Rebirth” for this inaugural Scyldings event in Germany. What paths should we take? What kind of man will lead us? Speeches from Schattenmacher, Boris von Morgenstern, Türmer, Lavader, A Walrus and Sargon of Akkad will be available in this title.