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The miserable fraction of science which our united mankind, in a wide universe of Nescience, has acquired: why is not this, with all diligence, imparted to all? THOMAS CARLYLE.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book makes a compelling case for filling the gap in our educational system: prioritizing the education of manual laborers. The author, a seasoned educator with hands-on experience teaching manual laborers, points out the fallacy in our modern educational systems, which largely overlook the value and importance of manual work. The author argues that physical labor is a skill, and like any skill, can be improved and perfected with education and practice. The book draws attention to the correlation between the lack of education and the prevalence of poverty and social unrest among manual laborers. It further highlights society's neglect of the needs of this class, despite the very important work they do to contribute to the growth of the nation. The book concludes by presenting a thought-provoking call to action, urging the development of educational systems that place equal emphasis on academic and practical or manual education. 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 9781331284772_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331284772
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