The Primitive Family As An Educational Agency (1913) - Arthur James Todd - Bog

The Primitive Family As An Educational Agency is a book written by Arthur James Todd and originally published in 1913. The book explores the role of the primitive family in educating its members and shaping their behavior. Todd argues that the family unit was the primary means of education in early human societies, and that this education was focused on the development of practical skills, moral values, and social norms.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the primitive family's educational function. Todd examines the roles of parents, siblings, and extended family members in educating children, as well as the ways in which education was transmitted through storytelling, ritual, and other cultural practices.Throughout the book, Todd emphasizes the importance of the family as a source of moral guidance and socialization. He argues that the family unit was responsible for instilling values such as cooperation, respect for authority, and a sense of community, which were essential for the survival and success of early human societies.Overall, The Primitive Family As An Educational Agency provides a fascinating glimpse into the educational practices of early human societies, and offers insights into the enduring importance of the family unit as a source of education and socialization.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.