Rethinking Freire and Illich: Historical, Philosophical, and Theological Perspectives

Rethinking Freire and Illich is a collection that analyzes the works of Paulo Freire and Ivan Illich together, acknowledging their different approaches to liberation and presenting current criticisms from a gendered and Indigenous perspective. It offers a historical analysis of their works and highlights their relevance to contemporary issues in the search for a reconstructed democratic education.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 11 October 2023
Publisher: University of Toronto Press

Rethinking Freire and Illich: Celebrating 50 Years of Influential Books in Modern Educational and Social Theory

In the fiftieth anniversary of two of the most influential books in modern educational and social theory, Rethinking Freire and Illich takes readers on a captivating journey into the realm of knowledge. This remarkable collection explores the profound insights and outcomes of the symposium on Paulo Freire's Pedagogy of the Oppressed and Ivan Illich's Deschooling Society. While acknowledging their distinct paths to understanding liberation as a human condition, the book delves into a comprehensive analysis of their work, offering a fresh perspective that combines their ideas.

Drawing from a diverse range of experts, including historians of education, theologians, digital specialists, and philosophers of education, Rethinking Freire and Illich presents a historical analysis that relies on extensive primary sources. This originality in topics ensures a comprehensive exploration of the themes and ideas presented by Freire and Illich. Moreover, the book introduces the ways in which the current generation engages with the entire corpus of Freire and Illich's works, seeking to reconstruct a democratic education that responds to contemporary challenges.

Through its thoughtful and engaging narrative, Rethinking Freire and Illich presents Freire and Illich in the context of contemporary issues, shedding light on their relevance and significance in our time. It encourages renewed searches for a good and just life and a reconstructed democratic education that fosters social transformation and empowerment.

As we commemorate the 50th anniversary of these groundbreaking books, Rethinking Freire and Illich serves as a valuable resource for educators, scholars, and activists alike. It inspires us to continue the dialogue, explore new ideas, and work towards a more equitable and inclusive world. Let us embrace the power of knowledge and the transformative potential of Freire and Illich's ideas as we strive for a better future.

Weight: 708g
Dimension: 160 x 237 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781487550431