Art Education: The True Industrial Education (1897)

Art Education: The True Industrial Education is a book written by William Torrey Harris in 1897. The book explores the importance of art education in the industrial world. Harris argues that art education is not only important for the development of individual creativity and skills, but also for the advancement of industry and commerce.The book is divided into three sections. The first section provides an overview of the history of art education and its role in society. Harris discusses the importance of art education in ancient civilizations and the Renaissance, and how it has evolved over time.The second section of the book focuses on the benefits of art education in the industrial world. Harris argues that art education is essential for the development of skilled workers who can design and produce high-quality products. He also discusses the role of art education in promoting innovation and creativity in industry.The final section of the book explores the practical aspects of art education, including the curriculum, teaching methods, and the role of art schools and teachers. Harris provides examples of successful art education programs and offers suggestions for improving art education in schools.Overall, Art Education: The True Industrial Education is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the importance of art education in the industrial world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art education and its role in society.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.