Benign Violence: Education in and beyond the Age of Reason

Discover the thought-provoking insights of Benign Violence: Education in and beyond the Age of Reason by Ansgar Allen. Published by Palgrave Macmillan in 2014, this compelling paperback edition spans 289 pages and challenges the widely accepted notion that education is an unquestionable social good.

Allen delves into the political context of education, providing a rich history that traces the evolution of modern schooling and examinations, while critically examining the rise and decline of meritocracy. This book is essential for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of educational systems and their societal implications.

Join Ansgar Allen on a journey that reveals the paradoxes and contradictions inherent in our educational frameworks, making it a must-read for educators, policymakers, and scholars alike.