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Adults occupy the places of leadership in almost every sphere of life. They determine policies and decide courses of action. Although much is said in these days about the independence of modern youth, it is only here and there that young people exercise actual control over important processes. Adults manage our industries and our banks. They make our laws and our political platforms. They preserve our customs, good and bad, and set the fashions for our dress and our thought. They build our cities and our battleships, bring about our economic depressions, and pursue policies that plunge nations into the turmoil and horror of war. It is in this adult-controlled world that chil dren and young people live. However Sheltered they may be for a time in home or school, it is in the arena of our social, political, and economic life that many of the great issues of their characters are determined.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This insightful book examines the crucial importance of the adult years in shaping both individual lives and society as a whole. The author argues that as long as adults face challenges, no other group can thrive or progress. The book delves into the dominant role adults play in various spheres, from education to industry and the church. It highlights the paradox that while adults control these institutions, they often neglect their own education and personal growth. The author emphasizes the need for continuous learning throughout adulthood, as traditional education alone is insufficient to equip individuals for the rapidly changing world. The book also explores the impact of modern life on adults, including the effects of urbanization, industrialization, and technological advancements. It examines how these changes have led to new challenges and opportunities, as well as the need for adults to adapt and develop new skills and mindsets. Ultimately, this book stresses the profound significance of fostering adult growth and empowerment. It argues that investing in the development of adults is essential for building a better society, one where individuals can lead fulfilling lives and contribute meaningfully to their communities. 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. Seller Inventory # 9780259550488_0
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