Publisher's Synopsis
""The Mind in the Making: The Relation of Intelligence to Social Reform"" by James Harvey Robinson is a thought-provoking book that explores the relationship between intelligence and social reform. Robinson argues that the key to solving social problems lies in the development of the human mind and the cultivation of critical thinking skills. He discusses the importance of education, both formal and informal, in shaping the minds of individuals and creating a more just and equitable society. Robinson also examines the role of technology and science in shaping human progress and the potential dangers of unchecked technological advancement. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of intelligence, education, and social reform, and provides valuable insights into how we can work to create a better world for all.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.
