9781333476830 - An Inquiry Concerning the Nature, End, and Practicability of a Course of Philosophical Education: to Which is Subjoined a Moral Catechism Classic Reprint by Brown, ... (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces a philosophy of education as the systematic development and cultivation of the human mind. The author argues that education should be approached as a science and an art, with a focus on instilling habits and knowledge in individuals from infancy to adulthood. The book emphasizes the importance of understanding the natural capacities and dispositions of the human mind, and the need to tailor educational methods accordingly. It explores the different ways in which ideas are acquired and habits are formed, and suggests strategies for fostering desirable qualities and mitigating undesirable ones. Ultimately, the book aims to provide a comprehensive framework for understanding and guiding the educational process, highlighting the significance of early childhood development, the role of imitation, and the importance of cultivating virtue and promoting social harmony. 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.