“What they write in rule books and how things really work are never the same. We all learn that as we get older.”
Quote by John Taylor Gatto
Work
The Underground History of American Education: An Intimate Investigation Into the Prison of Modern Schooling
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Author
John Taylor Gatto
John Taylor Gatto is an American author known for his critical analysis of the educational system. Born on December 15, 1935, he is a former public school teacher who gained national attention for refusing to comply with bureaucratic regulations in education. Gatto's work emphasizes the importance of educational freedom and personal responsibility. more
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