Generous selections from these four seminal texts on the theory and
practice of education have never before appeared together in a single
volume. The Introductions that precede the texts provide brief
biographical sketches of each author, situating him within his broader
historical, cultural and intellectual context. The editors also provide
a brief outline of key themes that emerge within the selection as a
helpful guide to the reader. The final chapter engages the reflections
of the classic authors with contemporary issues and challenges in the
philosophy and practice of education.