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Classical Education's Civil War: Great Books vs Ancient Languages | Alex Petkas

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Princeton Classics PhD Alex Petkas argues against the "Great Books" model of classical education and makes the case for returning to traditional classical training focused on Greek and Latin languages. He explains why Plutarch's Lives was one of early America's most influential books and why it deserves renewed attention today.

Alex Petkas is host of the Cost of Glory podcast, exploring great thinkers and events in classical civilization.

Alex Petka's article in the American Mind: “Great Books” Is for Losers: https://americanmind.org/salvo/great-books-is-for-losers/

The Cost of Glory Podcast: https://www.costofglory.com/

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Princeton Classics PhD Alex Petkas argues against the "Great Books" model of classical education and makes the case for returning to traditional classical training focused on Greek and Latin languages. He explains why Plutarch's Lives was one of early America's most influential books and why it deserves renewed attention today.

Alex Petkas is host of the Cost of Glory podcast, exploring great thinkers and events in classical civilization.

Alex Petka's article in the American Mind: “Great Books” Is for Losers: https://americanmind.org/salvo/great-books-is-for-losers/

The Cost of Glory Podcast: https://www.costofglory.com/

Subscribe to my newsletter: https://www.aaronrenn.com/

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