Class Limit: 92 seats left
We’re reading one of the greatest novellas ever written—and I’m inviting you to read it with me, one day at a time.
Over 30 days during November 2025, I’ll guide you through The Death of Ivan Ilych by Leo Tolstoy—live each weekday morning. I’ll show you exactly how I take notes, highlight key ideas, and journal from the books that shape me. You’ll get a front-row seat to my real-time reading process and leave with a lifelong system you can use for every important book you read next.
📘 Why The Death of Ivan Ilych?
Leo Tolstoy’s The Death of Ivan Ilych is not just a story about dying—it’s a mirror held up to how we live.
In fewer than 100 pages, Tolstoy delivers one of the most honest, unsettling, and transformative works ever written about success, denial, fear, and the search for meaning. It’s a book that forces us to ask:
That’s why we’re starting here.
By reading slowly, taking notes, and reflecting together, we’ll not only study a literary masterpiece—we’ll use it to examine our own lives. What does it mean to live authentically? To make peace with time? To choose depth over distraction?
This isn’t just a reading class.
It’s a chance to pause and realign—one quiet morning at a time.
🧠 What You’ll Learn:
- How to read deeply
- How to annotate your ideas
- My full workflow using Readwise, color-coded highlighting, and post-reading journaling
- How to turn ideas from the book into personal growth and reflection
- How to build a slow, sustainable reading practice that actually lasts
📦 What’s Included:
- A physical copy of The Death of Ivan Ilych (shipped to you)
- A custom Edgewater reading journal
- A handcrafted bookmark
- 14 live reading sessions (5 pages to start your day)
- 2 instructional workshops on note-taking and lifelong learning
- 2 application classes where we put what we read into practice
- My personal highlighting system + reflection method
- Private access to all recordings, notes, and prompts
- And most importantly: the chance to help build Edgewater Bookstore
🕰 Class Details:
- Duration: 30 days (weekdays only)
- Live Time: Mornings before work (join live or watch the recording later). Each session is 45-60 minutes.
- Dates: November 3, 2025 to November 26, 2025
- All Recordings Available for 1 Year
❓ FAQ:
What edition will we be reading?
I have selected the Vintage Classics (ISBN - 978-0307951335) translation by the award-winning Richard Pevear and Larissa Volokhonsky.
Do I need to attend live? Nope. You’ll get access to all recordings for a full year.
Can I join late? Enrollment closes October 15, 2025, so we can all begin together.
What if I already own the book? You can still sign up—gift the extra copy! (We’re buying them in bulk for cost savings.)
When will I get my class materials? All materials will be mailed out between October 15 and October 20.
How do I attend class? You will be emailed instructions with a Zoom link. You will also be given access to a private community that will host the recordings for 1 year.
Can I join if I live outside the USA? Absolutely! However, the cost of the course includes shipping for materials to anyone in the lower 48 states. If you live outside of that region, I will need to invoice you for the additional shipping costs.
If I'm a member of your book club, am I already enrolled in this class?
Unfortunately, this is a separate course designed to help raise money for my new bookstore! See below. 👇🏻 As such, book club membership does not cover the cost of this one-time course.
Is there a limit to the number of students that can register?
I am using Zoom for the event, and my account limits me to 100 participants. Once the seats are full, I’ll close registration.
If this class speaks to you, I’d encourage you to reserve your spot sooner rather than later. I’d love to have you with us.
❤️ Why This Course Exists
All profits from this course go directly toward opening Edgewater Bookstore—a space for thoughtful readers, deep learning, and great coffee. With every signup, you’re helping make that dream real.
Is Shipping Include?
*Please note that shipping for your class materials is included if you live within the lower 48 states. If you live elsewhere, I will need to invoice you for the separate shipping costs. Thanks for understanding!
📋 Prefer a payment plan?
If you need to break your class fee up into 3 separate payments, you can do so here.
🔥 What to Learn About VIP Seating?
If you want to go the extra mile in supporting the mission of this class, you can learn more here.