Cultivating humanity
Book Description
In an era where higher education faces mounting questions about its purpose and direction, philosopher Martha Nussbaum presents a compelling vision for cultivating truly thoughtful human beings. Drawing wisdom from ancient Socratic traditions and Stoic philosophy, she articulates three essential pillars that should guide educational transformation: the practice of rigorous self-examination, embracing our identity as global citizens, and nurturing the capacity for narrative imagination.
Nussbaum takes readers on an illuminating journey through diverse educational landscapes, from major research institutions to intimate liberal arts colleges and faith-based schools. Through careful observation of actual classroom experiences, she reveals how these timeless principles can flourish in contemporary academic settings. Her exploration demonstrates that meaningful education transcends traditional boundaries of social class, gender, and nationality to create genuine communities of inquiry and discovery.
The author thoughtfully addresses contemporary debates surrounding emerging fields of study, including gender, minority, and cultural studies. Rather than dismissing these areas as academically inferior, she illustrates their vital role in developing critical thinking skills and fostering a broader understanding of our interconnected world. Nussbaum's approach offers educators, students, and anyone interested in personal growth a framework for engaging with diverse perspectives while maintaining intellectual rigor.
This work speaks to those seeking to understand how education can serve not merely professional advancement, but the deeper cultivation of wisdom, empathy, and global consciousness.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~9 hours)
📄 Length: 328 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Curriculum change--case studies
- ✓ Explore Continuing Education
- ✓ Explore Insegnamento
- ✓ Explore Universities and colleges, united states
- ✓ Explore Curriculum change
- ✓ Explore Social aspects of Higher education
- ✓ Explore Universités
- ✓ Explore Universities and colleges--united states--sociological aspects--case studies
