First Published in 1978. This book seeks to examine what has happened to children of marked ability in a period of confusing growth and change, inspired by good intentions. The author aims to draw attention to weaknesses of require awareness and to which remedies must be found. This title is well-suited for those in education studies, those practicing within the education system and readers looking to enhance their knowledge of the ongoing modernisation of education in Europe.

Social and personal implications; ability and equality; the nature of talent; the identification of talent; what bright children are like; the evidence of three - Keynes, Wells, Kipling; able boys and able girls; adults and the able child; able children in the primary school; able children in the secondary school; what should be done.