Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Early Scottish Education is a comprehensive book written by John Edgar and originally published in 1893. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the development of education in Scotland from the earliest times up until the 18th century. The author examines the various factors that influenced the growth and evolution of education in Scotland, including religion, politics, and social attitudes.The book begins with a discussion of the earliest forms of education in Scotland, including the role of the Celtic church in promoting learning and the establishment of the first schools in the country. From there, the author explores the impact of the Reformation on Scottish education and the growth of the Scottish universities.The book also delves into the role of the Scottish Enlightenment in shaping education in the country, with a particular focus on the work of figures such as Adam Smith and David Hume. The author examines the growth of literacy and the establishment of parish schools, as well as the development of the Scottish educational system as a whole.Overall, the History of Early Scottish Education provides a fascinating insight into the history of education in Scotland and its evolution over time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education or Scottish history more broadly.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.
