Publisher's Synopsis
The Mind in the Making: The Relation of Intelligence to Social Reform is a book written by James Harvey Robinson. This book explores the relationship between intelligence and social reform, arguing that the key to social progress is not simply a matter of political or economic change, but rather a matter of developing the intellectual abilities of individuals. Robinson argues that the ability to think critically, to reason logically, and to analyze complex problems is essential for creating a better society. He examines the role of education in developing these abilities, and explores the ways in which social structures and institutions can either support or hinder the development of intelligence. The Mind in the Making is a thought-provoking and insightful book that challenges readers to consider the importance of intellectual development in creating a better world.1921. Robinson, an American historian and one of the founders of the New School for Social Research, of which he was the first director. Through his writings and lectures, in which he stressed the new history-the social, scientific, and intellectual progress of humanity rather than merely political happenings-he exerted an important influence on the study and teaching of history. The Mind in the Making was a popular book, which he wrote in the hope of persuading the public of the need for critical thinking about human behavior, to shore up their democratic optimism, in the wake of World War I, and to inoculate them against authoritarian ideas. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
