In this thought-provoking book, Horace Elisha Scudder reflects on the importance of literature in education. He argues that reading great works of fiction helps to develop empathy, imagination, and critical thinking skills, and that it is essential for the formation of character. Includes two essays on specific works of literature and their value in the classroom.

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