Publisher's Synopsis
""John Dewey: The Reconstruction Of The Democratic Life"" is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the life and philosophy of one of America's most influential thinkers, John Dewey. Written by Jerome Nathanson, this book delves into Dewey's ideas on education, democracy, and social reform, and how they continue to shape American society today.Nathanson provides a detailed biography of Dewey, tracing his life from his childhood in Vermont to his tenure as a professor at Columbia University. Along the way, he examines Dewey's major works and ideas, including his belief in the importance of experiential learning, his call for a more democratic society, and his critiques of traditional educational systems.The book also explores Dewey's impact on American culture and politics, from his involvement in the Progressive movement to his influence on the New Deal. Nathanson argues that Dewey's ideas are still relevant today, and that his vision of a more democratic and egalitarian society is more important than ever.Overall, ""John Dewey: The Reconstruction Of The Democratic Life"" is a fascinating and engaging study of one of America's most important thinkers, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American ideas and culture.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.
