Thoughts On Education: Chosen From The Writings Of Matthew Arnold (1912)

By Matthew Arnold and Leonard Huxley

Book Overview

""Thoughts On Education: Chosen From The Writings Of Matthew Arnold"" is a book that was first published in 1912. It is a collection of essays and speeches on the topic of education, written by Matthew Arnold, a prominent Victorian-era literary critic and social commentator. The book includes Arnold's views on the purpose and value of education, the role of the teacher, the importance of culture and the humanities, and the relationship between education and society. Arnold argues that education should aim to cultivate the whole person, including their moral and spiritual development, and that it should be accessible to all, regardless of social class. He also emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and the need to balance practical skills with a broader understanding of the world. Overall, ""Thoughts On Education"" offers a thought-provoking and insightful perspective on the role of education in society, and remains relevant to contemporary debates on the subject.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104413973
• ISBN13: 9781104413972
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"