Albert Schweitzer's Legacy for Education [electronic resource] : Reverence for Life /
Rud, A.author.
This is the first book devoted to the study of the thought of Albert Schweitzer as it relates to educational theory and practice. Rud argues that Schweitzer's life and work offer inspiration and timely insights for both educational thought and practice in our new century.
Description based upon print version of record.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
A brief biography of early influences -- Schweitzer's philosophical and religious heritage -- An evolving relationship: Albert and  Hélène -- To Africa: from thought to conviction and action -- Reverence for life -- Practical reverence and education -- Schweitzer and moral education -- Icon, scoundrel, prophet, paradigm: a recovery project for the schools -- Conclusion: is the school the way?
This is the first book devoted to the study of the thought of Albert Schweitzer as it relates to educational theory and practice. Rud argues that Schweitzer's life and work offer inspiration and timely insights for both educational thought and practice in our new century.
Schweitzer, Albert, 1875-1965.
Educational policy.
Education and state.
Philosophy and social sciences.
Education-History.
Education-Philosophy.
Curriculums (Courses of study).
Education-Curricula.
School management and organization.
School administration.
Educational Policy and Politics.
Philosophy of Education.
History of Education.
Educational Philosophy.
Curriculum Studies.
Administration, Organization and Leadership.