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The Books That Changed Us: Life Changing Books To Transform Your World

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Importance of Edie Hirsch's Books in Education Discussions

The insight highlights the significance of Edie Hirsch's works in education discussions. It points out that while Daisy Kristin Dooloo's book 'Seven Myths About Education' draws heavily from Edie Hirsch's books 'Why Knowledge Matters' and 'Cultural Literacy', it is considered somewhat secondary. The speaker emphasizes the value of Hirsch's work as the best argument for teaching content, particularly mentioning 'Why Knowledge Matters' as a must-read. Additionally, 'The Schools We Need' by Hirsch is identified as the top book explaining why the recommended educational practices are not being implemented.

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