From Roaring Boys to Dreaming Spires


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This fascinating collection of articles examines the legacy of John Wilson, a scholar who has received international acclaim for his insightful work in philosophy and education. Each essay focuses on a particular topic that Wilson examined throughout his career. The subjects addressed include the problems and prospects of analytical philosophy, the basis of moral education, and educational research. In the final chapter, Wilson responds to the various contributors that he has inspired, noting points of agreement and disagreement with each. This unique collection will appeal to scholars focusing on educational theory and practice as well as those interested in the field of moral education.




Education and the Common Good


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Robin Barrow has been one of the leading philosophers of education for more than forty years. This book is a critical but appreciative examination of his work by some of the leading philosophers of education at work today, with responses from Professor Barrow. It will focus on his work on curriculum, the analytic tradition in philosophy, education and schooling, and his use of Greek philosophy to enrich current debates in the subject. This work will be of interest to all those who have been influenced by his contributions to educational and philosophical debate.




Leaders in Philosophy of Education


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n this book, 24 leading philosophers of education since 1970 who remain influential today present the fascinating stories of their lives and important new contributions to the field.




Reason and Morals


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Book Review Index


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Vols. 8-10 of the 1965-1984 master cumulation constitute a title index.
















Twists of Faith


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Twists of Faith is a captivating title for stories of the spiritual life, a phrase that might conjure up people at odds with the world. But these tales are the stellar opposite. In a phrase, they’re thrilling. These twenty-one action narratives, with twists and turns, project our inner struggles: epic accounts of our journey here below—our spiritual saga.