These days it seems that older things sometimes aren’t perceived to have much value. The fact is, though, they have qualities you may not find in their contemporary versions.
Older books, for example, often portray fascinating snapshots of the mores and traditions of their times—and they do it with rich vocabularies, intricate plots, and intriguing characters much different and often more interesting than those in today’s bestsellers. Even if they aren’t classics, many older books are worth every minute invested in getting to know them.
Discover lost treasure!
This site is dedicated to discovering some of these forgotten literary treasures. They may be works from noted authors that have simply been overshadowed by better-known books. Some are generated by writers who were popular in their day, but have faded over the years. And some will be from artists you’ve never heard of.
Just for fun, we’ll occasionally include a classic or something contemporary.
Banned Books? Really?
Good Old Reads opposes the wholesale banning of books in American public schools and libraries.
Parents should be informed about controversial material available to their children. They should be able to screen such material for their own children if that is their desire.
But across-the-board banning of books infringes on the rights of other parents who may wish to expose their children to a broader and more diverse perspective.
Land of the Free?
Good Old Reads believes all parents should be free to raise and instruct their children in the way they think best—without regard to others’ religious or political views. And librarians and educators should be able to perform their jobs without the threat of legal harassment.
