Karen Swallow Prior Books

Exploring classic literature through a Christian and literary lens, this series offers insightful reflections by a bestselling scholar. Readers will delve into profound themes and characters, gaining a deeper understanding of the texts' moral and spiritual dimensions. The analysis encourages a thoughtful engagement with the literature, enriching the reader's appreciation of both the stories and their broader implications.

This collection features two installments of classic literature analyzed through a Christian and literary lens by a renowned bestselling scholar. It offers deep insights into the themes, characters, and moral dilemmas presented in the works, enhancing readers' understanding and appreciation of these timeless stories. The unique perspective intertwines faith with literary critique, providing a thoughtful exploration of the texts' enduring relevance.

An acclaimed author helps readers learn to love life, literature, and God through their encounters with great writing.

An acclaimed author shows that understanding evangelicalism means understanding not only the faith commitments at the movement's core but also the images, metaphors, assumptions, and stories that have cultivated evangelical culture.

The next clothbound classic in bestselling literary scholar Karen Swallow Prior's series reflecting on the full original text through a Christian and literary worldview.

"A love story, an epic tragedy, a cautionary tale about parents respecting their children, even, incredibly, more than a minor note of humor-Romeo and Juliet has it all," says editor Sara Barkat. Now, in this special volume, you can encounter this enduring play in the company of four vibrant women who love stories and ideas. At turns thoughtful, informative, personal, or funny, these are voices that will draw you into a timeless work and transform Shakespeare into more than just an old playwright you were (or are) compelled to read. Popular in his own time, speaking in ways that made his audiences laugh and cry, Shakespeare is not just for people who are "literary." Find your way into his beautiful (sometimes blush-worthy) words. And maybe take a few choice phrases with you into the future-for love, or laughter, or a tease. This volume includes the play, essays, personal annotations by Callie Feyen, four bonus classroom activities, and a glossary.