Eminent Victorians · Theme
Education and Moral Reform
How Eminent Victorians develops Education and Moral Reform.
Dr. Arnold's reforms at Rugby School represent the Victorian drive to shape character and instill moral and religious principles in youth, prioritizing ethical development over intellectual or classical learning.
Where it surfaces
- II
The Tracts and the Movement aimed to educate clergy and laity about true doctrine and moral duty, including fasting and liturgical practice.
- Dr. Arnold
Arnold's central aim was to make Rugby a place of 'really Christian education,' prioritizing moral and religious principle over intellectual ability.
- Bibliography
The inclusion of works like 'Tom Brown’s Schooldays' and 'History of Eton College' reflects the theme of educational reform and moral development in Victorian society.