Speaking of Teaching Lessons from History

"Speaking of Teaching: Lessons from History focuses on teaching as a fundamental act of all human beings, viewing the question of teaching through the lens of five famous thinkers and two contemporary problems. Moran argues that teaching is not given the attention that it deserves and proposes to situate school teaching in the context of many forms of teaching." "This book traces the history of the idea of teaching from Socrates to Wittgenstein. It also examines the intricacies of teaching morality and religion, showcasing society's ambivalence toward teaching."--BOOK JACKET.

Gabriel Moran is a professor in the Department of Humanities and the Social Sciences at New York University.