10 Books Every Conservative Must Read

Plus Four Not to Miss and One Imposter

By: Benjamin Wiker Ph.D.

Narrated by: Robertson Dean

Offering a “CliffsNotes guide” to some of the most important literary works of our time, Benjamin Wiker, author of 10 Books That Screwed Up the World, turns his discerning eye from the great texts that have done damage to Western civilization to the great texts that could help rebuild it.

This book features a range of works, from classics such as Democracy in America and The Federalist Papers to more popular classics like Sense and Sensibility and The Tempest. Through these works, Wiker reveals some of the most important lessons for our time, as well as the true meaning of conservatism. Written with an educational purpose and a witty tone, this is a must listen for conservatives, Republicans, and book lovers everywhere.

©2010 Benjamin Wiker (P)2010 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

“Sprightly, witty, engaging....Professor Wiker recommends actually reading the books—but his own book is a whole lot more fun." (Thomas E. Woods, Jr., Ph.D., author of How the Catholic Church Built Western Civilization)

“A valuable contribution to the most urgent intellectual project of our day.” (Elizabeth Kantor, Ph.D., author of The Politically Incorrect Guide to English and American Literature)

Just finished

Just finished with the book.Would listen to it again.. Kept make captivated and glued to my notebook.

Will help you understand your conservative friends and family

And just might change your perspective on why they think they way they do… incredible read and opened up a whole new reading list as well.

Absolutely beautifully done !!!

People need to know that the facts of life are Conservative and natural.

This book gives the reader much needed encouragement and tools for further study as well as discussion options.

Thank you Dr. B!

The narration was also brilliant

A Great Overview - Worth the Read and Listen

I enjoyed both the reader and the content. I understood and chose this book for its perspective - Conservatism and the particular worldview of the author and the choices he made. I appreciated the concise summary of each book included in this work, how the individual works and authors related to each other, and the particular political ideology and worldview. I recognize others may disagree with his political or worldview choices, but the title provides clues to the subject matter. One who strongly opposes this position may find other works better suited.

Entertaining and thought provoking

Great book. With everything happening in our land (USA), I found the book especially eye opening and a stark reminder why I am conservative.

Ears Open.

Very good information and well written. The explanation of why the materials were chosen and some not is helpful in Understanding the reasoning so one might open their ears as well as their eyes.

Excellent Audiobook!

Though the entire content of this audiobook was great, Dr. Wiker's biographical sketch of Ayn Rand was the best part! I really appreciate the work and effort put into this informative book. Also, Robertson Dean did a terrific job in reading the text.

Great to understand the sick mind of conservatives

The author. (A theologian member of “Discovery Institute” a pseudo science organization that promotes “intelligent design”) takes you in to a journey of the poisoning ideas that makes the conservative thinking in America right now. For me, is a valuable book, because gives you a good idea of how religious fanaticism and racist see America and the world and how they justify their views. N A T U R A L LAW. This is the magic concept that can be use to justify racism, lack of integration deny woman’s rights and any kind of social safety net. Good read whoever you will find your self screaming and cursing a lot for listening so many bad ideas and bigotry.

This is ONE book every conservative should read!

As always, Ben Wiker makes fascinating connections and brings a strong intellect and sharp wit to whatever he considers, and he is as entertaining as he is spot on.

My 2-stars for performance was because neither my husband nor I were crazy about Robertson Dean's reading. His inflections were fine, but there's something almost robotic about the sound of his voice that makes him hard to take.

Excellent!

Wiker cuts through all the deliberate obfuscation which liberals use to cover their clumsy, dumb-footed tracks through western civilization. If you are a conservative, you will weep at the beauty in the world of literature. If you are a liberal, you will tend your garments in humility and return to the world of the living. Welcome.