England And The New Learning

In a world where knowledge is often deemed a commodity, LE Elliott-Binns presents us with the oddly prescient tome "England And The New Learning," published in 1937, just before the world decided to have a bit of a kerfuffle. This book promises to whisk you away into the thrilling realms of educational reform and intellectual advancement, written in an era when the thought of discussing “new learning” had all the fervour of a tea party gone awry. If you’ve ever pondered the question, “What was England learning just before the world turned upside down?”, this book might just be the dusty tome to answer your baffled queries—or at least provide some amusing anecdotes to share at your next dinner gathering.

This small volume contains the substance of a course of four lectures delivered at Sion College in Lent 1937 to an audience of London clergy.

Contents includes;

1. The new learning in Europe - English pioneers
2. Oxford - Colet and More
3. Cambridge - Fisher and Erasmus
4. The new learning and the reformation

Imagine, if you will, a time when the merely curious could wander through the hallowed halls of knowledge and come out the other side with actual insights rather than just an overwhelming desire for a biscuit. Elliott-Binns, our delightful guide through the educational labyrinth of yore, combines dry wit with an air of scholarly grandeur, reminding us that learning doesn’t have to involve a monocle or a three-piece suit (though it couldn’t hurt). He introduces concepts and philosophies that would make even the most ardent social media influencer rethink their approach to enlightenment—if only they could care less about their follower count.

The era of the book, a time when the English were poised between sticking to tradition and embracing the chaos of modernism, is reflected in its rather eccentric prose. As you thumb through the pages, you might find yourself stumbling upon delightful little nuggets of wisdom that sound as if they were cooked up over a pint in a half-lit pub, where the barflies debated the merits of the ancient Greeks versus the upstart contemporaries. If only they knew how closely their debates mirrored the arguments still echoing in today’s classrooms!

• Deep dives into the educational theories of the day—because who doesn’t want to know how many ways you can argue about teaching methods?
• Charming anecdotes about the state of learning before it turned into the chaotic circus we now know.
• A look at how the English managed to bumble their way through the educational reforms of the time.
• More footnotes than you could shake a stick at, making it a lovely companion for insomniacs.
• Hints at how the past has shaped the present, or at least excuses for why you didn’t finish your homework.

As you navigate the intricate pathways of Elliott-Binns’s mind, prepare to confront the ghosts of educational philosophies past that continue to haunt modern learning environments. Was it really a good idea to let the ‘new learning’ loose without a chaperone? Are we, in fact, still merely wallowing in the mess of our predecessors’ mistakes? Or did they, in their own charmingly befuddled way, set the stage for the cacophony that is today’s educational system?

Condition: Ah, but before you rush to claim this precious relic, do be aware that it is well-loved. Pages might be dog-eared, ink stains may adorn the edges, and the occasional coffee ring could add an artisanal flair. It’s a book that has been read and pondered upon, perhaps even used as a drink coaster on particularly rebellious afternoons. These signs of wear are but badges of honour, telling stories of the many minds that have wrestled with Elliott-Binns’s insights.

In a time where knowledge is often overshadowed by the latest viral dance challenge, "England And The New Learning" serves as a gentle reminder that education is a delightfully messy affair, ripe for exploration and debate. So, gather your intellectual bravado, dust off your old armchair, and prepare for a reading experience that may just alter your perceptions—or at least give you something to discuss while pretending to know about the latest educational reforms. Available for your literary amusement at Crappy Old Books, where the charm of second-hand wisdom beckons to the curious and the bemused alike!

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