Montaigne and Education of the Judgment (1908)

Montaigne and Education of the Judgment is a book written by Gabriel Compayre in 1908. The book is a comprehensive study of Michel de Montaigne, a French philosopher, and his ideas on education. Montaigne believed that education should focus on developing the judgment of students rather than just memorization of facts. He believed that education should be a process of self-discovery and self-improvement, where students are encouraged to think critically and reflect on their own experiences.Compayre's book explores Montaigne's ideas on education and how they can be applied in modern times. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Montaigne's philosophy. Compayre discusses Montaigne's views on the role of the teacher, the importance of experience in education, and the need for students to develop their own opinions and beliefs.The book also provides a detailed analysis of Montaigne's famous work, Essays. Compayre examines how Montaigne's writing style and use of language reflect his ideas on education and the development of the judgment.Overall, Montaigne and Education of the Judgment is a valuable resource for educators, students, and anyone interested in the philosophy of education. Compayre's thorough analysis of Montaigne's ideas provides insight into how education can be transformed to focus on the development of critical thinking and judgment.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.