Read the Classics With a Plan
A guided reading system that helps you skip the guesswork and become well-read.
Read the Classics
With a Plan
A guided reading system that helps you skip the guesswork
and become well-read.
The Canon Tower Method
You don't need another list. You need a system.
Canon Tower gives you a clear path into the classics so you always know where to begin, what to read next, and how your reading grows over time.
01
Start with the 9 books everyone should know.
Read the 9 essential books through clear, manageable levels.
02
Know exactly what to read next.
Follow the authors, traditions, and ideas you want to understand more deeply. Collect as many units as you want.
03
Track your progress from beginner to well-read.
From your first classic to your hundredth.
Canon Tower
Join Canon Tower
Everything you need to start reading the classics with clarity, structure, and momentum.
What you get
Full access to every category across the canon
Recommended entry points and guided core sets
A reading tracker designed to support consistency
A clear system for building depth, confidence, and taste over time
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I begin?+
Start with the Canon Tower Core: the essential classics that give you a strong foundation. They are organized into three manageable levels, so you can begin without wondering whether you chose the right book.
Do I have to read the core books in order?+
No. We recommend beginning with Level One and building from there, but you can choose which book to read first within each level.
What happens after I complete the core?+
Canon Tower shows you exactly what to read next. Choose where you want to go deeper, then follow a clear path through the major classics that build a well-read foundation.
What if I have already read some of the books?+
Mark them as complete and receive credit for the reading you have already done. Canon Tower helps you see what you have built so far and what is still ahead.
Are the books included?+
No. You can borrow or purchase each book in any format you prefer. Many classics are also available free through libraries and in the public domain.
Still have questions?
You can reach us at hello.canontower@gmail.com