For those who are interested in Miss Mason's philosophy of education or are still forming their own, this set is "must" reading. Deep, intense, and serious in some places, the 6-book set is not a quick read. The series needs to be intellectually digested and the time of the writing held in context. Many of her turn-of-the-century examples can be wisely applied by a contemporary reader.

I read several other books about Miss Mason's method before I attempted to read the Original Series. A Charlotte Mason Companion, More Charlotte Mason Education, and Educating the Whole-hearted Child were good introductions to her method.

Reading the entire Original Series was a rewarding experience. I am reading them for the second time now and would recommend them to anyone interested in her method and philosophy.

After reading dozens of books related to homeschooling, I discovered this oasis. It heads my list of Top Ten Books About Homeschooling. I refer to it often for encouragement and inspiration and highly recommend it.

This book provides wise, loving, Biblical counsel to parents who are searching for direction. Reading this book requires concentration, but it is well worth it. Mr. Trumbull writes with maturity, experience, and kindness. His love for children is profound. This is an encouraging and helpful book. It is more of a philosophy than a "quick fix." A mainstay in our home library.