On Some Defects in General Education

This book is a passionate and insightful critique of the state of education in Britain in the mid-19th century. Drawing on his experience as a physician and a medical educator, the author identifies a range of problems with the prevailing educational system and suggests innovative solutions. Whether you’re a student, teacher, or simply interested in the history of education, this book is an important resource for understanding the challenges of education in the past and present.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the 'public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.