This book, first published in 1987, provides a rigorous philosophical analysis of lifelong education. The author presents his arguments simply and directly so that the book is accessible to students who are new to philosophy and adult education.

Kenneth Wain

Introduction; 1. The Philosophical Paradigm 2. Lifelong Education 3. Humanism 4. Humanism in Current Educational Theory and Lifelong Education 5. Lifelong Education and Liberal Philosophy of Education 6. Lifelong Education and John Dewey 7. The Learning Society; Postscript; Bibliography and Further Reading; Name Index; Subject Index