The Moral Obligation To Be Intelligent And Other Essays (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162969886)

The Moral Obligation To Be Intelligent And Other Essays is a collection of essays written by John Erskine, an American educator and author. The book contains a total of 15 essays, each exploring different aspects of intellectual and moral growth.In the titular essay, Erskine argues that individuals have a moral obligation to cultivate their intelligence and use it for the betterment of society. Other essays in the collection touch on topics such as the importance of literature, the role of education in shaping character, and the dangers of conformity.Erskine's writing style is clear and concise, making his ideas accessible to readers of all backgrounds. He draws on a wide range of sources, from classic literature to contemporary psychology, to support his arguments.Overall, The Moral Obligation To Be Intelligent And Other Essays is a thought-provoking and insightful collection that encourages readers to think critically about the role of intelligence and morality in modern society.In Different Ways The Four Essays Set Fourth One Theme- The Moral Use To Which Intelligence Might Be Put, In Rendering Our Admiration's And Our Loyalties At Once More Sensible And More Noble.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: John Erskine
ISBN-10: 1162969881
ISBN-13: 9781162969886
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 182
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.39d