An old master, and other political essays by Woodrow Wilson
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"An Old Master, and Other Political Essays" by Woodrow Wilson is a collection of political essays written in the late 19th century. The book explores various themes related to politics, education, and the influence of notable figures such as Adam Smith on the fields of economics and academic discourse. Through his essays, Wilson reflects on the changing landscape of higher education and the importance of oratory and personal inspiration in the classroom.
The opening of "An Old Master, and Other Political Essays" introduces the essay titled "An Old Master," where Wilson discusses the art of academic lecturing and its diminishing presence in modern education. He emphasizes the value of literary style and the effectiveness of great lecturers like Adam Smith, who inspired their students through engaging discourse. Wilson critiques the current trend toward using data-driven approaches in education at the expense of motivational speaking, arguing that the legacy of the old masters and their eloquent style should not be lost. This sets the stage for a broader examination of the relationship between education, politics, and the historical figures who shaped these fields. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 09033635 |
| Title | An old master, and other political essays |
| Original Publication | New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1893. |
| Contents | An old master -- The study of politics -- Political sovereignty -- Character of democracy in the United States -- Government under the Constitution. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 46.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JF: Political science: Political institutions and public administration |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government |
| Subject | Political science |
| Subject | Smith, Adam, 1723-1790 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71776 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 494 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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