Education and the Social Order | Revised Edition with Newly Recomposed Text | Bertrand Russell | Paperback - Couverture souple

Bertrand Russell; Bertrand Arthur William Russell; 3rd Earl Russell

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9359448869 ISBN 13 : 9789359448862

Editeur : Dev Publishers, 2026

Synopsis

Education and the Social Order by Bertrand Russell is a profound examination of the relationship between education and society. Russell argues that the way children are educated directly shapes the social, political, and moral structures of the future. He critiques traditional education for emphasizing rote learning, obedience, and conformity, which often perpetuate social inequalities and inhibit critical thinking. Instead, he advocates for an education that encourages creativity, independent thought, and ethical reasoning. Russell also emphasizes the importance of equality in educational opportunities, suggesting that a just society can only emerge when education empowers all individuals, not just the privileged few. The book explores how education influences social attitudes, habits, and the balance of power, linking individual development to collective well-being. Written in an accessible and insightful style, it remains a seminal work on educational philosophy and its role in shaping a fair, rational, and humane society.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Dev Publishers
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9359448869
• ISBN 13: 9789359448862
• Reliure: Paperback
• Nombre de pages: 150
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible