Education and Ethics

Education and Ethics is a philosophical work written by Emile Boutroux, a French philosopher and professor. The book explores the relationship between education and ethics, arguing that education has a fundamental role in shaping ethical behavior and values in individuals. Boutroux examines the different philosophical perspectives on education and ethics, including those of Plato, Aristotle, Kant, and Rousseau. He also discusses the role of religion in education and ethics, as well as the importance of moral education in a secular society. Throughout the book, Boutroux emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to education that considers the development of the whole person, including their moral and ethical character. He also highlights the importance of teachers in fostering ethical behavior and values in their students. Overall, Education and Ethics is a thought-provoking and insightful work that offers a philosophical perspective on the relationship between education and ethics. 1913. A collection of lectures given by the author who believes that the school should not take unreserved possession of the human being, and claim to set up rules and regulations for the entire sphere of the intellect and soul. I believe in the reality and inviolability of mind and conscience, and, in these lectures, appeal to this autonomous part or element of the soul, to prompt and stimulate it to true being and self-improvement, to the living of its own life amid all the influences legitimately exercised over us by clever and experienced masters. The Contents are divided under the following headings: The Principal Types of Ethics; Pessimism; The Motives of Study; Reading Aloud; Interrogation; and School and Life. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.