Essays in Philosophy and Education - Tapa dura

The result is a number of insightful observations not often encountered in other works on philosophy of education. For this reason the essays are well worth reading. * Educational Studies (Usa) * The result is a number of insightful observations not often encountered in other works on philosophy of education. For this reason the essays are well worth reading. * Educational Studies (Usa) *

This study offers philosophical reflection on persisting public education issues including the role of studies in philosophy of education, authority and freedom in school, punishment and power, meaning and absurdity, democracy, and moral education. The essays provide a springboard to further thought on education, an invitation to reflect on and ponder the difficulties and dilemmas attendant upon our education of the young.