Andrew Ferguson
The Closing of the American Mind: How Higher Education Has Failed Democracy and Impoverished the Souls of Today's Students
- ISBN 13:
- 9781451683202
- author:
- Andrew Ferguson
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Clearway Logistics Phase 7-9
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 42
- Dimensions:
- 21.4 x 14 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Education Studies, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Closing of the American Mind is a provocative critique of contemporary American culture, first published in 1987. In this twenty-fifth anniversary edition, acclaimed author and journalist Andrew Ferguson contributes a new afterword that sheds light on the book's impact and enduring relevance.
Allan Bloom's seminal work argues that the social and political crises of America are linked to a broader intellectual crisis, caused by the narrowing of curiosity and exploration in the university elite. With clear and spirited prose, Bloom makes a compelling case for the need to revive intellectual curiosity and critical thinking.
Today, this thought-provoking book remains a timely and important contribution to the national conversation about the role of higher education in American society.
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