Publisher's Synopsis
Luther On Education is a book that provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of Martin Luther's views on education. The book is divided into two main sections: a historical introduction and a translation of Luther's two most important educational treatises.The historical introduction offers readers a detailed background on Luther's life, his educational background, and his views on education. It also explores the social and political context in which Luther lived and worked, and how his ideas on education were shaped by the religious and cultural milieu of his time.The second section of the book includes a translation of Luther's two most important educational treatises: ""To the Councilmen of All Cities in Germany That They Establish and Maintain Christian Schools"" and ""A Sermon on Keeping Children in School"". In these treatises, Luther outlines his vision for education, which emphasizes the importance of teaching children to read and write, as well as the fundamentals of Christian faith.Throughout the book, readers will gain insights into Luther's educational philosophy and how it influenced the development of modern education. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of education, the Reformation, or the life and work of Martin Luther.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.
