We Make the Road by Walking: Conversations on Education and Social Change

by Myles Horton and Paulo Freire

Book Overview

This dialogue between two of the most prominent thinkers on social change in the twentieth century was certainly a meeting of giants. Throughout their highly personal conversations recorded here, Horton and Freire discuss the nature of social change and empowerment and their individual literacy campaigns.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0877227756
• ISBN13: 9780877227755
• Release Date: December 1990
• Publisher: Temple University Press
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.1" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

An amazing book!

I agree with the last reader that this is one of the best books I have ever read. Horton (may he rest in peace) and Freire have been on the front lines of using education for social progress and change. They discuss their philosophies and principles about education, illustrated by powerful stories of their work over the years, in an informal, conversational style. It has made me totally rethink the way I approach teaching adult ESL students.

One of the greatest books I have ever read!

There is no better book that combines education and social change than "We Make the Road By Walking". The dialog format truly lets the reader feel as though you are sitting next to Freire and Horton in a rocking chair at Highlander. This book is nothing short of a guide for all of us to shape the world we live in.