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Great Books & Big Ideas

Read, think, and discuss with us! Amazing literature, philosophy, big ideas, and much more.
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Writer’s Workshops

Grow writing skills and refine your voice. Essays, poetry, short stories, and beyond.
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Literary & Writing Travel Programs

Take an exciting literary adventure on land or sea. Academics and exploration in one!
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Berkshires Writer’s Adventure

Get inspired by the work of great authors and write your own story as you explore the locale.
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Skills for Leaders

Learn to lead, speak persuasively, project your best reasoning, build teams, and more.
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GBSP is a world of literature, thinking and discussion, writing, and fun. With residential and day programs on campuses and online every summer as well as year-round special sessions, we’ve got something for everyone in rising grades 6-8 and grades 9-12. Read, think, write, and explore with us! Unique programs for adults too!

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Great Books Explorers (Grades 4&5)

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On The Campuses Of:

Amherst, Stanford, and Haverford. Literary Travel Programs in Athens, Italy, Oxford, and Dublin. And Online too!

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