First published in 1968, this text quickly became essential reading for anyone interested in American education. This new and enhanced version: -- Assesses the impact of the original publication and explains its continuing significance. -- Shatters warm and comforting myths about the origins of public education. -- Shows how some of the most problematic features of public education have their origins in nineteenth century styles of educational reform.
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First published in 1968, this text quickly became essential reading for anyone interested in American education. This new and enhanced version: -- Assesses the impact of the original publication and explains its continuing significance. -- Shatters warm and comforting myths about the origins of public education. -- Shows how some of the most problematic features of public education have their origins in nineteenth century styles of educational reform.
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Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Good. Ships from UK in 48 hours or less (usually same day). Your purchase helps support Sri Lankan Children's Charity 'The Rainbow Centre'. Ex-library, so some stamps and wear, but in good overall condition. 100% money back guarantee. We are a world class secondhand bookstore based in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom and specialize in high quality textbooks across an enormous variety of subjects. We aim to provide a vast range of textbooks, rare and collectible books at a great price. Our donations to The Rainbow Centre have helped provide an education and a safe haven to hundreds of children who live in appalling conditions. We provide a 100% money back guarantee and are dedicated to providing our customers with the highest standards of service in the bookselling industry.
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Very Good. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. 325 pages. "Americans share a warm and comforting myth about the origins of popular education. For the most part historians have helped to perpetuate this essentially noble story." VERY GOOD SOFTCOVER.
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Fine- No Dust Jacket Present. Ex-Library Withdrawn. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. 325 pages. "Americans share a warm and comforting myth about the origins of popular education. For the most part historians have helped to perpetuate this essentially noble story." FINE-HARDCOVER, ex-library withdrawn. Brick red cloth covers, lettering is bright on the spine.
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Very Good. First edition. xii, 325pp. Tables. Owner's bookplate on front pastedown and signature on front endpaper, some pencil marks in margins of text, else very good, lacking the dustwrapper.
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Very Good Condition. Former library book, with usual markings and attachments. Cover appears sun bleached from age and has some light scuffing. Binding is tight and text appears very clean. 325 pages. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Education; ISBN: 0807031879. ISBN/EAN: 9780807031872. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 1561027224.
