The Education of Henry Adams - Softcover

Adams, Henry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1438297173 ISBN 13: 9781438297170

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2009

Synopsis

The Education of Henry Adams records the struggle of Bostonian Henry Adams (1838-1918), in early old age, to come to terms with the dawning 20th century, so different from the world of his youth. It is also a sharp critique of 19th century educational theory and practice. It was the winner of a 1919 Pulitzer Prize.
The Education is an important work of American literary nonfiction. It provides a penetrating glimpse into the intellectual and political life of the late 19th century.
Homeschoolers value The Education because it makes a strong case against the regimented Prussian-style schooling used by American and European school systems. He preferred a self-directed approach of a kind that had predominated before 1850 and that relied on reading, discussion, reflection, and experience.

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Review:

"A book of unique richness, of unforgettable comment and challenging thought, a book delightful, whimsical, deep-thinking, [and] suggestive."

About the Author:

Henry Brooks Adams (1838-1918) was an American journalist, historian, academic and novelist. He is best-known for his autobiographical book, The Education of Henry Adams. He was a member of the Adams political family.

About this edition

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1438297173
• ISBN 13: 9781438297170
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 244