Leading Articles on Various Subjects

** "Leading Articles on Various Subjects" by Hugh Miller is a compilation of essays presenting Miller's views on key social matters, with a significant focus on educational changes in Scotland during the 1800s. Introduced through an editor's preface, the book intends to highlight Miller's well-developed thoughts on diverse topics with a consistent writing style. The central themes revolve around the role of education, particularly the Free Church's involvement in national education, societal improvements, and the moral growth of the community. Miller uses his writings to add to ongoing conversations about education's role as a public resource. **