Education and Society in Tudor England

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Focusing on the evolution of education from the fifteenth to the seventeenth century, the book explores how humanist ideas influenced the Reformation and educational reforms. It examines the impact of Henry VIII and Edward VI's policies on school and university organization, laying the groundwork for modern education. The final section analyzes the Elizabethan era, highlighting the consolidation of the school system, the role of gentlemen's education, and the rise of popular education driven by Puritan values, setting the stage for future reforms.