Heritage Classical Libraries

The Heritage Classical Libraries feature traditional history books that were popular with young people only a few generations ago. They include books suitable for students of all ages, but are especially useful to middle school students and young adults who enjoy narrative history, and personal, in depth stories of enduring interest.

Each Library CD includes biographies, historical literature, military history, and hero stories as well as comprehensive histories. The Heritage Classical Libraries are not configured as complete curriculums but they can be used as the basis for an independent program of study or to supplement other traditional curriculums.

Heritage History currently offers four Classical Libraries. Each contains dozens of books at reading levels from fourth grade to college prep, as well as specific recommendations for beginning, intermediate, and advanced readers. They are attractive choices for students of all abilities.

More Info	Early America The Early American library covers United States history from the founding of British colonies in America to the First World War. The Early American collection stresses politics less than some other curriculums, but features stories about explorers, settlers, inventors, businessmen, military heroes, writers, presidents, Indian leaders, and every day people. Early America: $19.99
More Info	Spanish Empire The Spanish Empire collection covers the age of Exploration and the histories of Mexico and South America as well as those of Spain and Portugal. The influence of Spain in world affairs during the 15th and 16th centuries was enormous, and the 19th century revolutions in Latin America were also of great consequence. Fascinating biographies of early explorers and adventurers in the New World are a highlight of this collection. Spanish Empire: $19.99
More Info	Christian Europe The Christian Europe library focuses on the mediaeval, Reformation, and pre-modern eras, from the 5th to the 17th centuries. From the conversion of the Germanic tribes to the aftermath of the Reformation, Christianity was the organizing principle of European civilization, and the Christian Europe library includes books that emphasize the cultural, religious and artistic aspects of European history, as well as the political developments. Christian Europe: $19.99
More Info	Modern Europe The history of Modern Europe begins with the 18th century Enlightenment and ends with the calamitous World Wars of the 20th century. The French Revolution, the rise of Prussia, the unification of Italy, the political turmoil of France, and the suppression of Christian culture in favor of a secular, progressive, vision of government, are some of the major themes of the period. Selected works from the early Soviet period in Russia are also included. Modern Europe: $19.99

All books included in the Heritage Classical Curriculum CDs are presented in both printable (PDF) and e-Reader (EPUB and MOBI) formats so that students can print copies or download e-Books to any electronic reading device. Instructions for downloading e-Books from your computer or laptop to any e-Reader can be found on the Electronic Readers page of this web page, or on the Curriculum CD itself. A sample Heritage History e-Book, has been provided. You can copy it directly to your computer, and from there, either print a copy, or download it to your e-Reader or Tablet.

The Electronic Text User Guide (Printable Version) is especially helpful to those who are unfamiliar with electronic books. Not only does it provide instructions for copying Heritage e-Books to various e-Readers, it also discusses issues related to printing, binding, and keeping production costs low for those who prefer printed versions.

Each Heritage Classical Curriculum CD can be used by students of any age since most include books from a range of reading levels. We do, however, have a recommended sequence, described in more detail in the Curriculum User Guide (Printable Version). The Curriculum Guide lays out a multi-year program of study that covers much of Western civilization. It also explains the "living books" approach to learning, and provides practical advice for keeping students on track learning the essentials while encouraging them to pursue their own interests.