A History of Education Before the Middle Ages (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417971145)

""A History of Education Before the Middle Ages"" by Frank Graves is a comprehensive study of the educational systems and practices that existed before the medieval period. The book explores the educational practices of ancient civilizations such as Greece, Rome, and Egypt, as well as the early Christian and Jewish educational traditions. Graves delves into the various methods of teaching, including the use of oral traditions, writing, and the development of schools and universities. He also examines the role of education in society, including its impact on social mobility, the transmission of cultural values, and the development of intellectual thought.The book provides a detailed analysis of the evolution of educational practices over time, including the influence of religion, politics, and social norms. It also explores the challenges and obstacles that educators faced in their efforts to impart knowledge and skills to their students.Overall, ""A History of Education Before the Middle Ages"" provides a fascinating look at the origins of education and its role in shaping human civilization. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education and the development of human culture.""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.

Author: Frank Pierrepont Graves
ISBN-10: 1417971142
ISBN-13: 9781417971145
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 12/01/2004
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.04lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.72d