Self-Education - Joseph-Marie Gerando - Bog

Self-Education: Or The Means And Art Of Moral Progress is a book written by Joseph-Marie Gerando in 1833. The book is a comprehensive guide on how individuals can educate themselves in order to achieve moral progress. Gerando argues that education should not only focus on acquiring knowledge, but should also aim to develop moral character and values. The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the means of self-education, which includes developing good habits, cultivating the imagination, and studying the natural sciences. The second part of the book focuses on the art of self-education, which involves developing a love for learning and cultivating the mind through the study of literature, philosophy, and history. Gerando's book is a reflection of the Enlightenment era, which emphasized the importance of reason and individualism. The book is a call to action for individuals to take responsibility for their own moral development, rather than relying on external sources such as religion or societal norms. Overall, Self-Education: Or The Means And Art Of Moral Progress is a timeless guide on how individuals can cultivate their own moral character and values through self-education. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in personal growth and development.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.