Cambridge Essays On Education (1918)

By A.C. Benson

Book Overview

Cambridge Essays On Education is a collection of essays written by Arthur Christopher Benson, a prominent British author and educator, in 1918. The book covers a wide range of topics related to education, including the purpose of education, the role of teachers, the importance of character development, and the relationship between education and society. Benson draws on his own experiences as a teacher and administrator to offer insightful and thought-provoking perspectives on these issues. He argues that education should be focused on cultivating the whole person, rather than simply imparting knowledge, and that teachers should be seen as mentors and guides rather than mere instructors. Throughout the book, Benson emphasizes the importance of character, morality, and values in education, and argues that these are essential for the development of responsible citizens and a healthy society. The essays in Cambridge Essays On Education are written in a clear and accessible style, making them suitable for anyone interested in the field of education, whether students, teachers, or general readers.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: 1165341131
• ISBN13: 9781165341139
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 254 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"