Among the Danes

'Among the Danes' is an insightful sociological and educational study that explores the cultural and institutional foundations of Denmark in the early 20th century. Written by the noted educator Edgar Wallace Knight, this work examines how a small nation transformed itself through a unique system of folk high schools and agricultural cooperation. The narrative provides a detailed look at the Danish way of life, emphasizing the role of education in fostering social cohesion and economic stability.Knight delves into the history and philosophy of the Danish educational model, particularly the influence of N.F.S. Grundtvig, and how these institutions empowered rural populations to lead a national revival. Beyond the classroom, the book investigates the success of Danish dairy cooperatives and the country’s progressive approach to social welfare and land reform. 'Among the Danes' offers a compelling portrait of a society built on mutual trust and enlightened citizenship, making it a valuable resource for those interested in Scandinavian history, adult education, and rural development. Through his observations, Knight presents Denmark not just as a location, but as a laboratory for democratic and educational progress.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.