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Advice That May Be Hurting Your Ability to Read & Enjoy the Classics

For the longest time I focused on reading classics without any supplementary material. Learn why that was a bad move that hindered my learning process.

The Closing of American Mind: A Review & Summary

Read my review of The Closing of the American Mind, an eminent work of philosophy of education and social criticism.

4 Easy Classic Works of Literature (My Gateway to the Classics)

Get the four classics of literature I found most accessible when first starting out, as well as some tips for identifying your perfect gateway novel.

How to Get Into Rock Climbing: An Ultimate Guide for Beginners

(Guest Post) Learn how to teach yourself rock climbing as a total novice based on Ted Slagle's experience.

8 Hurdles for New Readers of Classic Novels (& How to Overcome Them)

Learn the 8 things that commonly prevent new readers to finish classic novels and how I and other readers beat them.

How Audible Helps me Read Several Key Genres I Often Neglect

Learn how Audible fits into my self-education routine and helps me read more books in genres outside of my major focus areas.

About Knowledge Lust

My name's Sam Rinko, and I'm incredibly optimistic about self-education's ability to transform a life. Self-learning projects have been a staple in my daily routine ever since my formal education ended and my curiosity took off. Knowledge Lust is an attempt to help autodidacts systematically self-study and learn a wide range of topics, from academic subjects like philosophy and economics to more directly applicable skills like meditation, rock climbing, and writing.

LEGAL INFORMATION

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