Constructions of Illiteracy in Twentieth-Century Ireland - Contesting the Narrative of Full Literacy

Constructions of Illiteracy in Twentieth Century Ireland: Contesting the Narrative of Full Literacy offers new insights into literacy and illiteracy in the context of twentieth-century Ireland.

List of contents

1. Introduction and Background 2. Power, Knowledge, Silence, and Literacy 3. The Era of Anticipation 1900 to 1921 4. The Era of Independence 1920s and 1930s 5. The Era of Social Progress 1930s and 1940s 6. The Era of Economic Development 1940s to 1960s 7. The Era of Literacy Measurement 1960s to 1980 8. Conclusion

About the author

Maighréad Tobin (PhD) is a lecturer at Maynooth University, Ireland. Her research explores the interface between literacy practices and national identity in Irish society.

Summary

Constructions of Illiteracy in Twentieth Century Ireland: Contesting the Narrative of Full Literacy offers new insights into literacy and illiteracy in the context of twentieth-century Ireland.

Product details

• Authors: Maighread Tobin, Maighréad Tobin, Maighread (Maynooth University Tobin
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 23.12.2022
• EAN: 9781032210940
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3221094-0
• No. of pages: 166
• Series: Routledge Research in Literacy
• Subjects: Guides > Self-help, everyday life > Family; Humanities, art, music > Education > General, dictionaries; EDUCATION / General, European History, 20th Century, EDUCATION / Adult & Continuing Education, Literacy, EDUCATION / History, Social & cultural history, EDUCATION / Educational Policy & Reform / General, HISTORY / Europe / Ireland, LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Literacy, Ireland, 20th century, c 1900 to c 1999, British & Irish history, Social and cultural history