Arnold Of Rugby: His School Life And Contributions To Education (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430495178)

Arnold of Rugby: His School Life and Contributions to Education is a biographical book written by Joseph John Findlay. The book is a detailed account of the life and work of Thomas Arnold, who was the headmaster of Rugby School in England from 1828 to 1841. The book covers Arnold's early life, his education, and his career as a teacher and headmaster.Arnold is known for his innovative approach to education, which emphasized the importance of character development and moral education. He believed that education should not just be about academic achievement, but also about creating responsible and ethical citizens. The book explores Arnold's philosophy and the ways in which he put it into practice at Rugby School.The book also covers Arnold's personal life, including his marriage, family, and friendships. It provides insight into his personality and character, as well as his religious beliefs and political views.Overall, Arnold of Rugby is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and work of one of the most influential educators of the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education or the life of Thomas Arnold.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: Joseph John Findlay
ISBN-10: 1430495170
ISBN-13: 9781430495178
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2007
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.94lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d