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

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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.

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.

Just wanted to say ditto to the previous reviewers. Highly readable, engaging dialogue between the two great minds, a great introduction to their lives and thought. I give this book to friends as a gift probably half a dozen times a year it is that good. Trust me. Buy it. Read it. Go out and transform this world into one less ugly.

This book is particularly good for understanding the relationships between the organizer/facilitator and the grass roots community activists, for understanding what can be done during down times when social movements are least active, and for understanding the role of education in the transformation of society.

Exposes the challenges to changing mind set (traditions), and presents a successful approach to change (encouraging thinking). Practical questions the people can identify with are KEY!

Scientists, educators, community activist - anyone with a penchant for critical thought and understanding should start with this book. Myles Horton was an unheralded contributor to the Civil Rights Movement and adult education. Paulo Friere truly understands learning. This book changed my life and will change yours!

This book was required for one of my master's level courses. In theory, the book was a great idea and the authors had some good points. The downside is that it was merely a transcription of a conversation, not the garden variety book that I had expected. It was hard to read and keep up with, as my interest was waned when they only talked about writing a book in the first chapter. It would have been a much better reference book had there been more organization.