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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, first published in 1605, is a spirited defense of education, asserting knowledge as the supreme good in human life and the ultimate path to contentment. The author, a renowned philosopher and statesman, draws on a deep well of historical examples to demonstrate how learning has been the driving force behind human progress and societal well-being. He argues that education cultivates wisdom, virtue, and happiness, while ignorance breeds superstition, violence, and misery. The book explores the many facets of knowledge, from the study of languages and history to the pursuit of science and philosophy. It exhorts readers to embrace the pursuit of knowledge as a lifelong endeavor, recognizing that true learning goes beyond mere bookish knowledge and encompasses the cultivation of a virtuous and well-rounded character. This book remains a classic of educational thought, offering timeless insights into the transformative power of knowledge and its essential role in shaping human destiny. 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 9781334923548_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781334923548
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781334923548
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