Introduction

This antiquarian volume contains a comprehensive treatise on democracy and education, being an introduction to the philosophy of education. Written in clear, concise language and full of interesting expositions and thought-provoking assertions, this volume will appeal to those with an interest in the role of education in society, and it would make for a great addition to collections of allied literature.

Chapters

The chapters of this book include: Education as a Necessity of Life; Education as a Social Function; Education as Direction; Education as Growth; Preparation, Unfolding, and Formal Discipline; Education as Conservative and Progressive; The Democratic Conception in Education; Aims in Education, etcetera.

We are republishing this vintage book now complete with a new prefatory biography of the author.