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Gardner, John W.

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ISBN 10: 1331220750 ISBN 13: 9781331220756

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It was all in fun, and the culprit turned out to be one of my best students. But the phrases ground themselves into my mind. Lurking behind the words were some interesting social meanings. It was not hard to detect in the educational world of the 1930's echoes Of the same equalitarianism that rang in those phrases.

The subject has never ceased to interest me. This is a book about excellence, more particularly about the conditions under which excellence is possible in our kind Of society; but it is also - inevitably - a book about equality, about the kinds of equality that can and must be honored, and the kinds that cannot be forced.

Such a book must raise some questions which Americans have shown little inclination to discuss rationally.

What are the characteristic difficulties a democracy encounters in pursuing excellence? Is there a way out of these difficulties?

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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

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Can We Be Equal and Excellent Too? (Classic Reprint)

John W. Gardner

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ISBN 10: 1331220750 ISBN 13: 9781331220756

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Paperback. Condici�n: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the complex relationship between equality and excellence in society. The author delves into the historical context of hereditary privilege, examining how societies traditionally limited individual potential through rigid social structures. The Industrial Revolution, the author argues, dramatically shifted this paradigm, creating new opportunities for individuals to rise based on their own merit. The book then examines two contrasting approaches to navigating the inherent differences in human ability: equalitarianism and competitive performance. The author acknowledges the importance of both, noting that in their moderate forms they represent vital aspects of a healthy society. However, he also warns of the pitfalls of extremism in either approach, suggesting that too much emphasis on equality can stifle individual achievement, while too much focus on competition can lead to a ruthless and unsustainable system. The author argues that the tension between these two philosophies is an enduring one, shaping the fabric of modern societies. He examines how these principles play out within large organizations, highlighting the need for balance and the dangers of favoring one principle over the other. Ultimately, this book offers a thought-provoking analysis of how societies can cultivate excellence while upholding values of fairness and opportunity for all. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. N� de ref. del art�culo: 9781331220756_0

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