This book, first published in 1967, begins with a description of
Pestalozzi's life in which the factors which influenced his development
are outlined and the history of his educational institutes described.
The author then presents Pestalozzi's most important educational ideas
in a systematic way. Dealing first with the various aspects of his
'Method', the author goes on to consider certain features of
Pestalozzi's theories which are of special interest - his views on
discipline, on the role of teachers and parents, and on general and
vocational education. This title will be of interest to students of
history and education.