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The Civically Engaged Reader: A Diverse Collection of Short Provocative Readings on Civic Activity

by Adam Davis

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The Civically Engaged Reader assembles more than forty provocative and diverse readings that range across literature, philosophy, and religion. These selections invite reflection on all kinds of civic-minded activities--from giving and serving to leading and associating--and on the vital connections between thought and service. The selections in The Civically Engaged Reader will stimulate both individual contemplation and lively group discussion and debate. Appendixes with questions for discussion and tips for making those discussions meaningful make this anthology a ready-to-go resource for service and volunteer groups, as well as college classrooms. Published with support from the Project on Civic Reflection. -- Provided by publisher.… (more)
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Designed for service and volunteer groups, as well as for the classroom and the individual reader, The Civically Engaged Reader features:
- More than forty short readings from Aristotle to Eggers, Maimonides to Morrison
- Intorductory essays on associating, serving, giving, and leading
- Discussion tips and questions for facilitators
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The Civically Engaged Reader assembles more than forty provocative and diverse readings that range across literature, philosophy, and religion. These selections invite reflection on all kinds of civic-minded activities--from giving and serving to leading and associating--and on the vital connections between thought and service. The selections in The Civically Engaged Reader will stimulate both individual contemplation and lively group discussion and debate. Appendixes with questions for discussion and tips for making those discussions meaningful make this anthology a ready-to-go resource for service and volunteer groups, as well as college classrooms. Published with support from the Project on Civic Reflection. -- Provided by publisher.

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