A Taste of the Classics: The Brothers Karamazov
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Ken Boa's favorite novel, Fyodor Dostoevesky's "The Brothers Karamazov" explores the Christian view of redemption, as well as themes related to human nature and relationships.
Ken BoaNovember 5, 2018
A Taste of the Classics: Pride & Prejudice
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In a society in which money, marriage, and social status had become the measure of all morality, Jane Austen's finest novel illustrates the need for love and respect as the basis for any happy, healthy relationship (particularly marriage).
Ken BoaOctober 24, 2018
A Taste of the Classics: Paradise Lost
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Penned in 1667, John Milton's "Paradise Lost" is an epic poem that weaves together all the threads of Scripture to present the story of God’s redemption of humanity through a rich tapestry of extraordinary imagery.
Ken BoaOctober 8, 2018
A Taste of the Classics: Mere Christianity
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Published in 1952, C.S. Lewis's "Mere Christianity" came out of a series of BBC radio talks during the Second World War. The book makes the case for Christianity, seeks to delineate those beliefs common to all Christians, and discusses matters related to Christian behavior/morality.
Ken BoaSeptember 26, 2018
A Taste of the Classics
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Over the years, Ken Boa has taught and helpfully summarized a number of works from classic literature. This series introduces several of 16 important works.
Ken BoaSeptember 26, 2018
Great Books, Playwrights, & Poets (Ken Boa’s List)
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Reading encourages you to slow down, think deeply, and make inferences or connections. It also aids your memories, especially if you underline or mark text while you read. This list of titles, compiled by Dr. Boa, includes many classics sure to challenge your thinking and outlook—books that will "bite and sting" (as James Houston put it). Reading a physical copy is…
Ken BoaNovember 10, 2017
