Synopsis Education is the key to prosperity not only for individuals but also for society and the nation. Every citizen needs education. 'Education is Our Birth Right' said Pestalozzi. Education is not only, literacy. It goes beyond that education is life and life is education. All these concepts are explained in the first section of the book. The second section throws light on nature and functions of philosophy of education. It deals with main philosophers of education as well. The third section consists of one presidential address, one keynote address and five important articles on education. Fourth section contains certain debatable issues which need careful analysis. The book is written in third style. It covers broad spectrum of important areas of education and is likely to stimulate thinking among students and teachers.