Book recommendations

The Douay-Rheims Bible is a faithful, word-for-word English translation of the Clementine Vulgate. Ideal for readers with limited Latin, it enables easy comparison and understanding. Beautifully bound in leather with gold-blocked cover and spine, gilded page edges, head and tail bands, and two satin ribbons. Format: Leather-bound, 1,488 pages.

The most beautiful and traditional Catholic Bible in English, this edition of the Douay-Rheims is newly typeset from the 1899 Challoner text with gilt-edged leather binding, redrawn colour maps (1911), and engravings (1941). Faithfully based on the Latin Vulgate, it predates the KJV and preserves the Church’s ancient translation tradition. Revised by Bishop Challoner, it remains the definitive English Catholic Bible for over 300 years.

The Knox Bible is a literary, reverent, and timeless English translation rooted in Catholic tradition. Translated by Msgr. Ronald Knox from the Latin Vulgate, it reads as if written by an Englishman—graceful, lyrical, and spiritual. Set in a clear single-column format, it’s ideal for deepening understanding of Scripture. Praised by Pope Pius XII and Fulton Sheen, it remains one of the most beautiful translations of the 20th century.

1941 revision of the Challoner-Rheims Version by the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine (Roman Catholic). Pocket-sized edition of the New Testament with readings from the Gospels and Epistles throughout the year. Reprint from Scepter Publishers...black cover.

This 15-volume masterpiece by Dom Guéranger guides readers on a daily spiritual journey through the Church’s liturgical year, blending Roman and ancient rites with meditations, Mass texts, and hymns. Restored to its full original form by Loreto, it offers deep insight into the Church’s worship and belief (lex orandi, lex credendi). A lifelong study, it was beloved by the Martin family, including St. Thérèse. A treasure for anyone seeking to understand and love the liturgy.

A new 1961 Roman Breviary edition in Latin and English, approved per Summorum Pontificum, with 6,064 pages across three volumes. It features the Gallican Psalter, revised English Psalms, traditional hymns, and national feast propers. Includes Penitential Psalms, Office for the Dead, liturgical engravings, prayers, and motu proprios. Leather-bound with ribbons, gilt edges, and protective slipcases. Comes with guidebook Learning the Traditional Breviary.

My Daily Psalm Book, arranged by Fr. Joseph Frey, presents the Psalms—God-inspired prayers—in a compact, illustrated format ideal for daily use. It offers a simple Divine Office for laypeople, with Psalms for each day or personal needs like depression, pride, or sickness. Includes a guide, index, and space to mark favorites. A portion of proceeds supports the Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood in Brooklyn, NY.

8th edition of the Benedictine Divine Office in Latin and English, covering all canonical hours for the traditional calendar. Ideal for monks, oblates, and guests, especially when traveling. Features Vulgate Psalter, black and red print, leather binding, gilt edges, six ribbons, and a matching slipcase. Same text as prior editions, now on thinner paper for a slimmer profile. Note: small print size.

In 1611, St. Robert Bellarmine published a profound verse-by-verse commentary on the 150 Psalms, revealing their literal and spiritual meanings. This work is key to understanding the Psalms, the Old Testament, and Catholic liturgy. The 1866 English translation by Archdeacon O’Sullivan was reprinted by Preserving Christian Publications in a 382-page, two-column, sewn hardback edition. It remains a devotional and theological treasure for clergy and laity alike.

The Summa Theologica by St. Thomas Aquinas is a foundational work of Christian theology and philosophy, synthesizing faith and reason. Originally written for Dominican students, it explores God, creation, human nature, and Christ. This five-volume edition includes all original content in a refreshed, reader-friendly format. A key resource for priests, seminarians, and scholars, it remains central to Catholic thought and tradition.

Thomas Aquinas, though widely influential in philosophy, saw himself as a Scripture scholar. The Aquinas Institute now offers his Gospel commentaries on John and Matthew in bilingual Latin-English hardcover editions, including excerpts in Greek, Latin, and English. These works make his insights more accessible and are ideal for pastors, seminarians, and anyone seeking deeper reflection on the Gospels.

Though Thomas Aquinas is renowned as a philosopher, he saw himself as a Scripture scholar. The Aquinas Institute's Latin-English editions of his commentaries on St. Paul’s letters make them widely accessible for the first time. This bilingual release is ideal for pastors, seminarians, and anyone seeking deeper Scriptural insight.

Though a lasting influence on philosophy, Thomas Aquinas saw himself as a Biblical scholar. In his commentary on Job, he uses Jewish philosophers to explore the book’s meaning as a fable on divine providence. This new Latin-English edition presents his lyrical insights for readers seeking deeper meditation on this complex but vital part of Scripture.

Christians call Isaiah the "fifth gospel" for its clear prophecies of Christ. St. Thomas Aquinas, in his first major theological work, explains how Isaiah’s message comforted Israel in its time while also foretelling Jesus’ life and mission. Using Scripture to interpret Scripture, Aquinas highlights the deep connection between Isaiah's context and the coming of the Savior.

The Commentary on the Gospel According to St. Matthew is the first English translation of St. Thomas Aquinas’ lectures on Matthew’s Gospel, delivered around 1270. Rich in Scripture and Church Fathers, it offers deep yet clear insights, cross-references to Aquinas’ other works, and is especially helpful for preaching and study by both Catholics and non-Catholics.

This book presents the doctrine of the Mystical Body of Christ as developed through the theology of St. Thomas Aquinas. It explores how Christ is the Head, the faithful are members, and the Holy Spirit is the soul of the Church. Emphasizing unity in grace, sacraments, and faith, it explains how the Church extends Christ’s presence in the world. It clarifies the invisible and visible dimensions of the Church and its supernatural life in Christ.

Volume VI of this 20-volume catechism collection presents rare medieval catechisms that reveal the Catholic Church’s enduring teachings before Trent or Florence. Included are the Athanasian Creed and four concise catechisms from the 13th–14th centuries, such as Aquinas' Catechetical Instructions, Ignorantia Sacerdotum, Quinque Verba, and Oculus Sacerdotis. These works, restored and cross-indexed, reflect the clarity and depth of traditional Catholic doctrine.

This unique synopsis of the SummaTheologica is a complete, chapter-by-chapter restatement of St. Thomas' work, intended to expose readers to the totality of St. Thomas' thought and yet be brief enough to fit into one volume. Author of eleven other books on philosophy, Msgr. Glenn brings to this work—by far his greatest—a lifetime of teaching and writing experience. A masterpiece in its own right.

This book is an adapted English translation of the Catechism of the "Summa Theologica" by Saint Thomas Aquinas, originally intended for the faithful. While aiming to remain faithful to the original content, the translator simplified the style for clarity and brevity, replacing repeated full-question answers with concise responses like "yes" or "no" to make the catechism more accessible and less repetitive for English-speaking readers.

G.K. Chesterton’s Saint Thomas Aquinas, Saint Francis of Assisi presents vivid, contrasting portraits of two of the Church’s greatest saints. With wit and insight, Chesterton explores Thomas’s intellectual rigor and love for truth alongside Francis’s radical humility and joy. Through these biographies, Chesterton highlights how both men, though vastly different, reflect the fullness of the Catholic Faith in mind and heart.

This public domain work has been deemed culturally significant and forms part of our shared civilizational knowledge. Preserved and republished for modern readers, it has been carefully proofread and formatted for clarity while retaining original graphical elements. Scholars recognize its value, ensuring it remains widely accessible for future generations to study, share, and appreciate.

The authoritative catechism produced by the Council of Trent and published by order of St. Pius V. was originally commissioned during the Reformation period, in order to explain the Faith clearly and calmly in the face of Protestant objections. It still serves as an excellent compendium of the Church s traditional life and belief.

Excerpt from Letters on Christian Doctrine is a collection originally written as monthly leaflets for seamen, offering explanations of Christian beliefs. For this edition, the first three Commandments have been rewritten to better suit a broader audience and provide a more unified presentation. The author shares his gratitude for the support received and notes that growing interest in the full collection encouraged him to publish this volume.

Letters on Christian Doctrine, Vol. 2 explores the Catholic Church’s teachings on four of the seven sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Eucharist, and Penance. This edition includes revisions in response to Pope Pius X’s 1910 decree on First Communion, with a revised section on communicants and an added appendix. A faithful reproduction of a classic catechetical work, it retains historical value while correcting most imperfections of the original.

Volume 3 of Letters on Christian Doctrine by F.M. De Zulueta delves into the final three sacraments of the Catholic Church: Extreme Unction (Anointing of the Sick), Holy Orders, and Matrimony. De Zulueta offers a theological and pastoral exploration of these sacraments, emphasizing their spiritual significance and role in the life of the faithful. The book aims to supplement traditional catechetical instruction, providing deeper insights into Catholic beliefs and practices.

Contents: Faith and Revealed Truth An Outline of Catholic Teaching The One God The Blessed Trinity The Holy Ghost God the Creator Divine Providence The Angels Man and His Destiny The Fall of Man and Original Sin Jesus Christ, God and Man Jesus Christ, The Model of Manhood Jesus Christ, Man of Sorrows Christ, Priest and Redeemer Mary, Mother of God Sanctifying Grace Actual Grace The Supernatural Virtues

Contents: The Mystical Body of Christ The Church on Earth The Sacramental System The Sacrament of Baptism The Sacrament of Confirmation The Sacrament of the Eucharist The Eucharistic Sacrifice Sin and Repentence The Sacrament of Penance Extreme Unction The Sacrament of Order Christian Marriage Death and Judgment Purgatory, or the Church Suffering Eternal Punishment The Resurrection of the Body Heaven, or the Church Triumphant

The Catechism of Perseverance is a widely praised textbook for advanced instruction in Catholic doctrine, history, and practice. It presents a coherent view of religion from Creation to the end of time, aiding the student's understanding. This revised English edition corrects previous inaccuracies and includes a helpful table of contents. It is confidently offered to the Catholic community as a valuable and instructive resource.

This beautifully reprinted 1949 Baltimore Catechism No. 3 (Fr. Connell’s 1952 Confraternity Edition) is a classic Catholic catechism in Q&A format, ideal for high-schoolers and adults. Featuring 22 full-page illustrations, a Catechism of the Mass, prayers, and note pages, it explains the Faith clearly and thoroughly. This edition by St. Jerome Library Press has inspired many conversions and is a powerful tool for teaching and preserving the one true Catholic Faith.

An Explanation of the Baltimore Catechism of Christian Doctrine (No. 4) is a comprehensive guide to essential Catholic beliefs, ideal for teachers, parents, and adult learners. First published in 1885, it uses a detailed question-and-answer format to explain 421 key doctrines of faith and morals. Clear, traditional, and authoritative, this catechism remains a valuable lifelong resource for understanding, practicing, and teaching the Catholic Faith.

St. Peter Canisius, a key figure in preserving Catholicism in Germany, authored the Church’s first major Catechisms in response to the Protestant Reformation. A Jesuit inspired by St. Peter Faber, he wrote the Summa Doctrinae Christianae, its abridged Catechismus Minor, and the Parvus Catechismus for children. This faithful English translation preserves his clear teaching rooted in Apostolic Tradition, earning him the title "catechist of the centuries."

This newly translated English edition of St. Robert Bellarmine’s 1598 Catechism, written in dialogue form, offers clear, warm, and theologically sound instruction in the Catholic faith. Endorsed by popes and praised for its depth and accessibility, it equips readers with the truths of the Faith for evangelization and catechesis. Bishop Schneider commends it as a powerful tool to form faithful Catholics ready to defend their hope with charity and conviction.

This first volume in a 20-volume restored catechism collection presents three rare 16th-century English “penny” catechisms by Bp. Edmund Bonner, Fr. Laurence Vaux, and Fr. Diego de Ledesma. These works offer clear, faithful summaries of Catholic doctrine in elegant language and are enriched with restored medieval woodcuts. The series revives historic catechisms, long treasured by saints, popes, and councils, for modern readers.

This volume contains three classic catechisms: St. Robert Bellarmine’s A Shorte Catechisme (1614) with restored woodcuts and a brilliant teaching method; the Douay Catechism (1649) by Fr. Turberville, rich in Scripture and refutations of Protestant errors; and The Childes Catechism (1678) by Fr. Sadler, offering a tender example of instructing children in the Faith through simple dialogue.

This book compiles the Catechisms of Bishop Richard Challoner, a heroic 18th-century Vicar Apostolic of London who upheld and taught the Catholic Faith during the harsh English penal era. Amid persecution, his apostolic zeal fortified the faithful and preserved Catholicism in England. Widely seen as the most influential English Catholic of his time, Challoner’s catechisms remain a testament to clarity, courage, and doctrinal fidelity.

This volume compiles three historic Irish catechisms: Archbishop James Butler’s 1775 catechism, used for 150 years in Ireland and abroad; the 1884 Catechism Ordered by the National Synod of Maynooth; and its 1891 simplified version for children. Known as "the green book," these texts were influential in Catholic instruction and even referenced by James Joyce. This edition restores them with original illustrations, preserving their legacy.

Volume 5 presents two 18th-century Irish catechisms: Donlevy's Christian Doctrine (1742), the oldest major Irish catechetical tradition, and Burke's Moral and Controversial Catechism (1752), written for advanced learners. Donlevy’s work uses a traditional Q&A format, while Burke, a Dominican, offers deeper moral instruction and apologetics, ideal for high school or college-level readers seeking a richer understanding of the Faith.

This volume presents several medieval catechisms, offering insight into how Catholic doctrine was taught long before the Councils of Trent or Florence. Included are the Athanasian Creed (Quicumque Vult, c. 370), catechetical summaries from the 13th–14th centuries by St. Thomas Aquinas, the Lambeth Council, and others. These texts highlight enduring Catholic teachings and the Church's efforts to instruct both clergy and laity in essential doctrine.

Volume 7 of the Tradivox series presents the definitive English edition of the Catechism of the Council of Trent—the first universal Catholic catechism, commissioned by the Council of Trent (1545–1563) and promulgated by Pope St. Pius V in 1566. Aimed at clergy, it was praised across centuries as a key theological text. This edition restores the unabridged 1923 McHugh and Callan translation, with scholarly notes, canonical references, and enhanced footnotes for deeper study.

Volume 8 of the Tradivox series pairs two classic Italian catechisms: A Dogmatic Catechism (1842) by Ven. Fr. Giuseppe Frassinetti, praised for its clarity and prophetic insight, and Compendium of Christian Doctrine (1905) by Pope St. Pius X, beloved for its simple, precise teaching. This edition includes the first complete, unaltered English translation of Pius X’s original catechism, restored from Msgr. Hagan’s 1908 version with added footnotes and section titles.

Volume 9 presents the two most influential catechisms of the Catholic Reformation by St. Peter Canisius: the Large Catechism (1555) for clergy and scholars, and the Small Catechism (1558) for the laity. Commissioned by Emperor Ferdinand I, these works helped counter heresy with clarity and charity. Widely printed and translated, they shaped Catholic teaching for centuries and were praised even by St. Robert Bellarmine as unsurpassed.

This volume presents Abbé Gaume’s sweeping vision of history and creation centered on Jesus Christ, the eternal King and fulfillment of all ages. It affirms the unchanging truth of the Catholic Faith from the beginning of time and challenges modern religious indifferentism and scientism. With vivid language and conviction, Gaume defends the harmony of faith and science and explores the Catholic doctrine of creation with clarity and depth.

300 questions and answers on all aspects of the Faith. Excellent basic class text and short summary of Catholic teaching for everyone. Easy to read, won't overwhelm the prospective convert! Great for missionary work or apologetics. An official catechism.

The Catechism of the Council of Trent was directed to all priests. The recently released Catechism of the Catholic Church was directed to all bishops. The Catechism of Pope St. Pius X is that pope's partial realization of a simple, plain, brief, popular Catechism for uniform use throughout the whole world. In other words it is directed to the layman . It was used in the ecclesiastical province of Rome and for some years in other parts of Italy. It was not, however, prescribed for use throughout the universal church.

This timeless traditional catechism offers a clear, heartfelt guide to the Catholic Faith in an age of widespread confusion. It aims not merely to inform, but to transform—touching the heart, enlightening the mind, and moving the will toward holiness. Rooted in the seamless garment of revealed truth, it presents the Faith as a unified, life-giving whole, guiding souls along the royal road to joy through the light of the Holy Spirit and the teachings of Christ and His Church.

This is the edition first printed in the 1950’s. Very complete, it covers every subject from Angels to zeal. Hundreds of illustrations. 8 x 10. 415 pages. Prepared for those who desire to a have a concise knowledge of the doctrines and practices of the Catholic Church. It is a complete catechism, useful for ready reference, for it takes up in a clean and practical manner the questions and subjects that are likely to arouse the interest of the general reader, whether Catholic or non-Catholic.

So you really want to learn Latin Book 1 is the first stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils through nouns of the 1st 3 declensions and verbs in all tenses of the active mood. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book. Answer book to accompany this book is available to buy, ISBN 978-0-946095-66-7. The answer book is also available as a PDF download from the publishers website.

So you really want to learn Latin Book 1 is the first stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils through nouns of the 1st 3 declensions and verbs in all tenses of the active mood. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book. The paperback book contains all the answers to questions and exercises set in Book 1.

So you really want to learn Latin Book 2 is the second stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils from scratch to GCSE level and beyond. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book.

So you really want to learn Latin Book 2 is the second stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils from scratch to GCSE level and beyond. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book. This paperback book contains all the answers to questions and exercises set in Book 2.

So you really want to learn Latin Book 3 is the third stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils from scratch to GCSE level and beyond. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book.

So you really want to learn Latin Book 3 is the second stage in a three-part Latin course. It takes pupils from scratch to GCSE level and beyond. It can be used in the classroom by those preparing for Latin at any level but will also be invaluable as a revision aid or as a self-teaching book. This paperback book contains all the answers to questions and exercises set in Book 3.

Lingua Latina per se Illustrata by Hans Ørberg is a fully Latin, immersive textbook series using the Natural Method to teach Latin inductively through contextual reading and visual aids, without translation. The first book, Familia Romana, follows a Roman family in 2nd-century A.D. and covers Latin grammar through stories, exercises, and classical texts. It’s widely used to develop reading and conversational Latin in schools and universities.

A valued supplement to Hans H. Ørberg’s Lingua Latina Pars I: Familia Romana, Colloquia Personarum offers carefully graded Latin-language texts that follow the progression of Familia Romana and offer additional stories about the fictional Roman family introduced in that volume.
The Second Edition offers full-color versions of the illustrations that appeared in the First Edition. Also included is the text of Ørberg's Colloquia Personarum: Latin–English Vocabulary.

This book provides a clear English explanation of the Latin grammar taught in Hans Ørberg's Familia Romana, including the full texts of Grammatica Latina and the Latin–English Vocabulary. Based on Latine Disco but without exercises, it is ideal for accelerated learners or anyone wanting a detailed guide to the grammar. The Second Edition adds revised content and cultural context units linked to the chapters.

This English student manual for Familia Romana (Lingua Latina Pars I) supports learners with pronunciation guides, chapter instructions, and key notes. Ideal for self-learners and homeschoolers, it also benefits classroom students. As part of Hans Ørberg’s renowned Lingua Latina per se illustrata series, it helps students learn Latin naturally through immersive reading, without relying on translation.

This workbook offers grammar exercises for all 133 lessons in Familia Romana (Lingua Latina Pars I) by Hans Ørberg. Designed to support the Natural Method, it helps students internalize Latin grammar and vocabulary through contextual reading, without relying on translation. Ideal for reinforcing concepts taught in the main text.

Teacher's Materials provides answer keys and teaching aids for Familia Romana and Roma Aeterna, the two main texts in Hans Ørberg’s Lingua Latina per se illustrata series. Designed for the Natural Method, the materials support intuitive learning of Latin grammar and vocabulary through contextual reading, without relying on translation. Also includes keys for Exercitia Latina I and II, aiding both students and instructors.

Grammatica Latina: Lingua Latina per se Illustrata by Hans H. Ørberg is a companion grammar book to his renowned Latin course. It provides concise, systematic explanations of Latin grammar entirely in Latin, designed to be read and understood by learners immersed in the language. Tailored to accompany Familia Romana, it reinforces grammatical concepts with clarity and examples, supporting natural language acquisition through reading and context.

Roma Aeterna (Pars II of Lingua Latina per se illustrata) immerses students in Latin through readings from classical Roman authors like Virgil, Livy, Ovid, Sallust, and Horace. Beginning with Roman monuments and myths, it includes adapted and original texts to ease learners into authentic Latin. Featuring grammar notes, vocabulary (~3,000 words), and historical context, it’s ideal after Familia Romana or as a literature survey. Now in full color, with support materials in English.

Jeanne Marie Neumann’s A Companion to Roma Aeterna is an English-language guide to the Latin grammar in Hans Ørberg’s Roma Aeterna. It includes full texts of Grammatica Latina and Latin–English Vocabulary II, and replaces Ørberg’s Instructions. Aimed at accelerated learners, it provides clear grammar explanations and added cultural context tied to the chapters, making it valuable for any student of Latin.

Exercitia Latina II is a companion exercise book to Roma Aeterna, part of Hans H. Ørberg’s Lingua Latina per se Illustrata series. It provides a range of Latin-language drills, grammar reinforcement, and reading comprehension exercises designed to deepen students' mastery of advanced Latin vocabulary and syntax presented in Roma Aeterna. Fully in Latin, it supports immersive learning through context-based exercises and internalization of classical Latin.

This Latin textbook by Fr. Most revives the "natural method" of language learning, contrasting with the post-1880 grammar-translation approach common in U.S. schools and seminaries. Aimed especially at seminarians and Catholic students, it gradually teaches Latin through engaging readings in Roman history, Scripture, and fables. Designed from a Christian perspective, it helps learners read and understand Latin naturally, with reduced reliance on rote translation and dictionaries.

Father Most’s Latin textbook revives the "natural method" of language learning—mirroring how children learn—rather than relying on the analytical "traditional" method dominant since 1880. Aimed especially at seminarians, the text builds fluency in reading, writing, and speaking Latin, using ecclesiastical sources like the Vulgate and Missal. Reprinted from 1960, it simplifies memorization and fosters deeper comprehension.

The teacher's guide for Fr. Most's "Latin by the Natural Method" is broken into several parts:

- Explanation of the Methodology

- Instructions for teaching and presenting the chapters of books 1 and 2

- Answer key for the English-Latin and Scrambles

The Teacher's guide covers the pedagogical approach to books 1 and 2.

Written specifically as an introduction to North and Hillard's Latin Prose Composition, this book presents the student with numerous exercises in Latin using a simple vocabulary and elementary forms of sentence construction. It includes both English-Latin and Latin-English exercises, both carefully restricted to knowledge already acquired at each stage.

Hillard and Botting have guided generations of students along the path to fluency. These answers, revised and republished after a gap of over a century, allow students to check their answers against those of two of the greatest tutors of Latin in the modern world.

Kennedy’s Revised Latin Primer (1st ed.) is a classic, concise reference Latin grammar by Benjamin Hall Kennedy, revised in 1888 with major contributions from his daughters Marion and Julia. It systematically presents phonology, morphology, syntax, and prosody, with clear paradigms, rules, and exceptions. Designed for beginner to intermediate students, it remains authoritative in British education, praised for its clarity and comprehensiveness.

An Introduction to Philosophy ought to live up to its name. It should tell the young collegian, and the presumably older non-collegian who takes it up with serious intent, a number of important things. It should answer the questions naturally to be expected of the person who wishes to be introduced,—questions such as these: What is philosophy? How did it come into existence? What interesting things have happened to develop it or to hinder its development?

A Class Manual in Major Logic by Paul J. Glenn explores how we know what we know, examining the criteria for truth and certainty. Rooted in Thomistic philosophy, it presents a rational defense of human knowledge against skepticism and relativism. The book discusses perception, judgment, reasoning, and the objective basis of truth, providing a clear, Catholic scholastic framework for understanding epistemology and logical analysis.

A Class Manual in Fundamental Metaphysics (1937/39) is a concise introductory text aimed at undergraduate philosophy students. It guides readers through the nature of being (“ontology”) as the core of metaphysics. Glenn explains fundamental concepts—being, existence, actuality, potentiality—then explores categories like substance, property, unity, truth, goodness, and classification of beings. The manual serves as a clear, structured groundwork in metaphysical principles

A Thomistic‑inspired manual (1941), Cosmology explores the nature of material reality. It begins with the “marks of bodily being,” then examines the constitution of bodies, their causes (material, formal, efficient, final), and laws of motion. Organized as a classroom text, it emphasizes metaphysical principles—substance, accidents, causality—within scholastic philosophy of nature.

This is a Thomistic philosophical textbook exploring life—from basic vegetal and sentient organisms to human beings. It outlines the nature and principles of life‑forces, the soul‑body union, sentient faculties and rational intellect, and free will, placing human psychology within a metaphysical framework. The manual eschews experimental methods for rational reflection on life, essence, species, and human nature.

This is a structured textbook in natural theology exploring rational proofs for God's existence and divine operations. It systematically presents a posteriori arguments based on causality and motion, examines God’s immanent and transient actions—creation, conservation, governance, and providence—and addresses the problem of evil, arguing that moral and physical evils serve a greater divine order and ultimate good.

This is a clear, accessible guide for students exploring the foundations of ethics. Covering topics like morality, virtue, relativism, and major ethical theories, it links ethics to philosophy more broadly. Designed for classroom use, it includes examples, exercises, and discussion questions. This reprint preserves the original edition, reflecting its enduring value for philosophical and moral education.

This first volume of the smaller works of Thomas Aquinas includes the famous Compendium of Theology: the theological work Aquinas wrote at the request of his secretary, Reginald. It is basically a simplified version of the Summa Theologiae, since his secretary had requested a work on theology in less dense terms. This volume also contains the treatises On the Principles of Nature, On Being and Essence, On Separate Substances, and On Kingship.

This book presents a rigorous and updated defense of five major philosophical proofs for God's existence: Aristotelian, Neo-Platonic, Augustinian, Thomistic, and Rationalist. It explores the divine attributes required by these arguments—such as unity, simplicity, eternity, and omnipotence—and systematically responds to objections. It upholds the classical view that God's existence can be known with certainty by reason, countering both atheism and fideism.

In The Last Superstition, Edward Feser refutes the New Atheist claim that science has replaced religion. He argues the real conflict is not between science and religion but between two philosophies: the classical teleological view, which sees purpose in nature, and the modern mechanical view, which denies it. Feser shows that modern atheism rests on weak philosophical grounds, undermines reason and morality, and that classical thought better explains reality and supports the truth of religion.

Proves the truth of the Faith from a philosophic point of view. Covers proofs for the existence of God; His nature, attributes and action on the world; the nature of religion; the necessity and fact of supernatural revelation; Christ the Redeemer, True God and True Man; His Church--its marks and attributes; the necessity of the Church; plus, the Bible as the true word of God.

Scholastic Metaphysics offers a Thomistic overview of key metaphysical topics such as causation, substance, essence, and teleology. Centered on the Aristotelian theory of actuality and potentiality, it bridges traditional Scholastic thought with contemporary analytic metaphysics. While primarily Thomistic, it also considers Scotist and Suarezian views where they differ, helping both Scholastic and analytic readers engage across traditions.

Aristotle’s Revenge argues that core Aristotelian concepts—such as actuality and potentiality, form and matter, and final causality—are not only compatible with modern science but are essential to its foundations. The book explores topics like scientific realism, space and time, quantum mechanics, biology, evolution, and neuroscience, showing how Aristotelian metaphysics underlies and clarifies contemporary scientific and philosophical debates.

Real Essentialism defends the neo-Aristotelian view that objects have real, knowable essences that define what they are, despite changes. Challenging modern anti-essentialist thought from Wittgenstein, Quine, and others, the book argues for the reality of objective, immutable definitions and their relevance to science and metaphysics—exploring topics like biological species, the essence of life, and what it means to be a person.

The Metaphysics of Good and Evil is a modern analytic defense of the Scholastic view of good and evil, rooted in Aristotle, Augustine, and Aquinas. Good is seen as obedience to a thing's nature; evil, as a privation of that good. The book explores types of goodness across living and non-living beings and defends the privation theory of evil, arguing all evil is a deviation from natural goodness. It revives Scholastic insights for contemporary metaphysical and moral thought.

Analytic Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction by Michael Beaney explores the origins and development of analytic philosophy, from Frege and Russell to its global influence today. It introduces key ideas through classic philosophical questions, highlights Susan Stebbing’s role in applying analysis to critical thinking, and emphasizes the tradition’s focus on clarity, precision, and logical rigor. A concise guide to the world’s dominant philosophical tradition.

This 1957 edition of Denzinger’s Enchiridion Symbolorum is a concise yet comprehensive reference of authentic Catholic dogma, containing key creeds, papal definitions, magisterial documents, and Holy Office rulings up to 1957. Universally approved since Pope Pius IX’s time, it includes systematic, scriptural, and general indexes for easy use. Reprinted in 2009, this hardbound edition is essential for every Catholic seeking firm doctrinal grounding.

This bilingual edition of Denzinger is a revised and expanded compendium of official Church documents and theological sources. A vital tool for serious theological study since 1854, it traces the development of Catholic doctrine with original texts and reliable English translations presented side by side. Introductions, notes, and a comprehensive index make it indispensable for research and reference.