""Herbart and the Herbartians"" is a comprehensive book written by Charles De Garmo that provides an in-depth analysis of the German philosopher Johann Friedrich Herbart and his followers, known as the Herbartians. The book explores Herbart's theories on education, psychology, and ethics, and how they influenced the development of modern educational practices. De Garmo delves into Herbart's ideas on the importance of moral education and the role of the teacher in shaping the character of students. He also discusses Herbart's belief in the power of the mind and the importance of intellectual development through the use of various teaching methods. The book examines the impact of Herbart's teachings on the Herbartians, who were a group of educators and philosophers who sought to apply his principles to the field of education. De Garmo explores the various interpretations and adaptations of Herbart's ideas by the Herbartians, and how they influenced the development of educational theory and practice in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Overall, ""Herbart and the Herbartians"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education and the evolution of educational theory and practice. It provides a comprehensive overview of Herbart's ideas and their impact on the field of education, as well as the contributions of his followers, the Herbartians.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.