Explore how science and art illuminate education and daily life, with practical ideas you can apply now.
This collection gathers thoughtful passages that connect language study, literature, ethics, and the aims of education. It examines how grammar, drawing, and the liberal arts shape thinking, judgment, and citizenship, while arguing for a practical, evidence‑based approach to learning. You’ll encounter clear arguments about how to train the eye for accuracy, how to balance scientific and literary study, and why drawing can be a powerful tool for understanding the world.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This thought-provoking book is a collection of essays by Thomas Henry Huxley, a renowned scientist and prominent figure in the Victorian era. Focusing on controversial issues of his time, the author applies scientific principles to challenge prevailing beliefs and shed light on the relationship between science and society. The essays cover a wide range of topics, including the evolution of knowledge, the importance of scientific education, and the nature of ethics. Huxley argues for the supremacy of reason and evidence over dogma and tradition, advocating for a progressive approach to understanding the world. He also explores the impact of scientific advancements on religious and philosophical thought, pushing the boundaries of intellectual discourse during a period of significant social and scientific change. Through its exploration of the interplay between science, religion, and society, this book offers valuable insights into the intellectual landscape of the 19th century, while its timeless themes continue to resonate with contemporary readers. Huxley's sharp wit and incisive arguments make this collection an engaging and thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the history of science, intellectual history, or the enduring questions that shape our understanding of the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330882665_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330882665
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330882665
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25859257/1
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