The Education of American Girls (eBook)

Redefining Education for American Girls in the 19th Century

Anna C. Brackett (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2019
350 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406619321-8 (EAN)

Infos

Anna C. Brackett's 'The Education of American Girls' is a groundbreaking work that delves into the education of young women in America during the 19th century. Brackett's book explores the prevailing attitudes towards the education of girls and challenges the traditional gender roles and expectations of the time. Through a combination of historical analysis and personal anecdotes, Brackett presents a compelling argument for the importance of providing girls with a comprehensive education that goes beyond traditional domestic skills. Her writing style is academic yet accessible, making the book a valuable resource for scholars and general readers alike. The book is a reflection of its literary context, highlighting the growing movement towards women's rights and education reform in the United States. Brackett's deep understanding of the subject matter is evident throughout the book, as she draws on her own experiences as an educator and advocate for women's rights. 'The Education of American Girls' is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education, feminism, and gender equality in America.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 13.12.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lernhilfen
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • American Literature • Education • Female authors • Feminist literature • Girls' Schools • Literary criticism • marriage • Pedagogy • Special aspects of education • the family • United States • Women • women educators • Women's education