About the book
As one of Britain's most original thinkers and writers Colin Ward wrote extensively about positive and practical examples from the past and present of the anarchist spirit or the 'social principle' in everyday life. This volume is the first scholarly work dedicated to examining the significance of his distinctive and highly relevant contributions to the areas of education, children and the environment.
In each chapter, international contributors from academic and activist backgrounds offer cross-disciplinary and critical perspectives on Ward's work and its relevance to contemporary debates. The book is divided into four key areas:
- The Sand Box of the City
- Adventures in Education
- Reflections on Practice
- Mobilisations.
This book will appeal to academics and professionals interested in the condition of childhood and youth today. It will prove useful for postgraduates and professionals undertaking further professional development, and is relevant to anyone studying, researching or working in fields relating to children, education and the environment not just in the UK but beyond.
Editions of Education, Childhood and Anarchism
- EBook
- ISBN 9781136732454
- PDF
- ISBN 9781136732386
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As one of Britain's most original thinkers and writers Colin Ward wrote extensively about positive and practical examples from the past and present of the anarchist spirit or the 'social principle' in everyday life. This volume is the first scholarly work dedicated to examining the significance of his distinctive and highly relevant contributions to the areas of education, children and the environment.
In each chapter, international contributors from academic and activist backgrounds offer cross-disciplinary and critical perspectives on Ward's work and its relevance to contemporary debates. The book is divided into four key areas:
- The Sand Box of the City
- Adventures in Education
- Reflections on Practice
- Mobilisations.
This book will appeal to academics and professionals interested in the condition of childhood and youth today. It will prove useful for postgraduates and professionals undertaking further professional development, and is relevant to anyone studying, researching or working in fields relating to children, education and the environment not just in the UK but beyond.
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What is Education, Childhood and Anarchism about?
As one of Britain's most original thinkers and writers Colin Ward wrote extensively about positive and practical examples from the past and present of the anarchist spirit or the 'social principle' in everyday life. This volume is the first scholarly work dedicated to examining the significance of his distinctive and highly relevant contributions to the areas of education, children and the environment.
In each chapter, international contributors from academic and activist backgrounds offer cross-disciplinary and critical perspectives on Ward's work and its relevance to contemporary debates. The book is divided into four key areas:
- The Sand Box of the City
- Adventures in Education
- Reflections on Practice
- Mobilisations.
This book will appeal to academics and professionals interested in the condition of childhood and youth today. It will prove useful for postgraduates and professionals undertaking further professional development, and is relevant to anyone studying, researching or working in fields relating to children, education and the environment not just in the UK but beyond.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Education, Childhood and Anarchism?
Society and Social Sciences > Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy > Educational strategies and policy
Where can I read a sample of Education, Childhood and Anarchism?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781136732454
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Education, Childhood and Anarchism?
Catherine Burke, Ken Jones
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Education, Childhood and Anarchism is available as ebook(ISBN 9781136732454) and pdf(ISBN 9781136732386)