Port-Royalists on Education

Discover the profound insights of H. C. Barnard in Port-Royalists on Education, published by Cambridge University Press in 2015. This enlightening book features edited English translations of significant French texts penned by the Jansenist inhabitants of Port-Royal during the seventeenth century. With a comprehensive introduction that offers historical context, Barnard delves into the educational landscape of France in that era. Each translation is meticulously annotated, providing readers with essential historical and literary references that enrich their understanding. Spanning 286 pages, this paperback edition is a must-have for anyone interested in the intersection of education and philosophy during a transformative period in French history.