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C.S. Lewis
The Abolition of Man
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"The Abolition of Man" by C.S. Lewis is a profound and thought-provoking work of philosophical non-fiction that explores the nature of education, morality, and human values. First published in 1943, the book is a series of three lectures delivered by Lewis at the University of London, in which he argues that modern education is failing to instill in students a sense of objective value and moral truth. At the heart of Lewis's argument is the idea that there are certain objective values and moral truths that are independent of human opinions and desires. These values and truths are not simply social constructs, but rather they are rooted in the nature of reality itself. According to Lewis, education should be focused on helping students to recognize and appreciate these objective values and moral truths, rather than simply teaching them to manipulate the world around them. Lewis argues that modern education, with its emphasis on scientific and technical training, is failing to do this. Instead, it is producing a generation of "men without chests" - individuals who lack a sense of moral direction and who are unable to make wise and virtuous decisions. This, in turn, is leading to the gradual erosion of human values and the destruction of the very things that make us human. "The Abolition of Man" is a powerful and eloquent call to arms for those who are concerned about the state of modern education and the future of human values. It is a book that challenges readers to think deeply about the nature of reality, morality, and the human condition, and to consider the role that education can play in shaping the future of our society. In short, "The Abolition of Man" is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the philosophy of education, the nature of morality, and the future of human values. It is a book that will challenge and inspire readers to think deeply about these important issues, and to consider the role that they can play in shaping the future of our world...
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