Freire and Burke Reading List

Paulo Freire Reading List

Primary Works

  1. Pedagogy of the Oppressed (1970) – Freire’s foundational text on critical pedagogy, liberation, and the role of education in empowering the oppressed.

    • Available as a free PDF through some educational platforms, or check your college library for online access.
  2. Education for Critical Consciousness (1974) – Contains two early texts by Freire, “Education as the Practice of Freedom” and “Extension or Communication?” which explore his philosophy of critical awareness and dialogic education.

  3. Pedagogy of Hope: Reliving Pedagogy of the Oppressed (1994) – Freire reflects on his life and educational philosophy in a more personal, autobiographical format, offering deeper insights into his motivations.

    • Available in many academic libraries or databases.

Secondary Sources

  1. The Pedagogy of Paulo Freire: A Critical and Contextual Analysis by Stanley Aronowitz – A comprehensive academic analysis that situates Freire’s work within a broader philosophical and educational context.

    • Likely accessible through academic databases like JSTOR or Project Muse.
  2. Revisiting Paulo Freire’s Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Ira Shor and Henry Giroux – An article that reflects on Freire’s continuing relevance in education today, touching on his ideas of critical consciousness and social justice.

    • Check for access via ERIC (Education Resources Information Center) or Education Source.
  3. Paulo Freire: A Critical Encounter edited by Peter McLaren and Peter Leonard – A collection of essays on Freire’s pedagogical theory, exploring its applications and critiques within modern educational contexts.

    • Available on academic databases.
  4. Paulo Freire and the Dialectics of Liberation by Henry Giroux – Giroux connects Freire’s ideas to social justice movements, examining the role of education in societal transformation.

    • Likely available via academic databases like JSTOR.
  5. Freirean Pedagogy, Praxis, and Possibilities: Projects for Educational and Social Change by Stanley Aronowitz and Henry A. Giroux – An in-depth look at the application of Freire’s pedagogical methods in the context of educational reform.

Free Resources


Edmund Burke Reading List

Primary Works

  1. Reflections on the Revolution in France (1790) – Burke’s most famous work, critiquing the French Revolution and laying out his defense of tradition and gradual social change.

    • Often available as a free eBook through Project Gutenberg or Internet Archive.
  2. A Philosophical Enquiry into the Origin of Our Ideas of the Sublime and Beautiful (1757) – Burke’s early exploration of aesthetics, which later influenced his views on culture and social order.

    • Free versions available on Project Gutenberg.
  3. Thoughts on the Cause of the Present Discontents (1770) – This work critiques party politics and corruption, emphasizing Burke’s belief in the moral responsibility of the ruling class.

    • Available in many digital libraries or free eBook repositories.

Secondary Sources

  1. The Great Debate: Edmund Burke, Thomas Paine, and the Birth of Right and Left by Yuval Levin – This book contrasts Burke’s conservatism with Paine’s radicalism, offering insights into the roots of contemporary ideological divides.

    • Available through academic databases and may also be in college libraries.
  2. Reflections on the Revolution in France: A Critical Guide edited by John Whale – A collection of essays analyzing Burke’s Reflections, discussing its historical impact and philosophical legacy.

    • Likely available on databases like Project Muse or Cambridge Core.
  3. Burke on Politics: A Selection of Writings and Speeches by Edmund Burke, edited by Ross J.S. Hoffman and Paul Levack – An edited collection of Burke’s key political writings with commentary that provides context for his views on tradition, authority, and social change.

    • Available through academic libraries or university databases.
  4. Edmund Burke and the Natural Law by Peter J. Stanlis – An analysis of Burke’s ideas on natural law and morality as foundational to society, contrasting his conservatism with Enlightenment rationalism.

    • Accessible on academic databases like JSTOR.
  5. The Conservative Mind: From Burke to Eliot by Russell Kirk – Kirk traces the intellectual history of conservatism, with a focus on Burke’s contributions to conservative thought.

    • Commonly available in academic libraries.

Free Resources