A sharp, historical critique of the debate over denominational and unsectarian education in 19th‑century Britain.
This concise volume records and weighs the arguments from a Wesleyan Conference on who should educate the nation’s children. It frames the shift from church‑led schooling to state involvement, and traces how each side argues for truth, responsibility, and the public good. Readers will gain a clear sense of the stakes, the personalities involved, and the historical context of national education debates.
- Clear summaries of the key positions in the debate
- Comparisons between denominational and secular approaches
- Discussion of the political and religious implications for policy and society
- Context on how these concerns shaped public education in that era
Ideal for readers interested in education history, church–state relations, and 19th‑century reform debates.