Schools, School-Books and Schoolmasters (eBook)

A Contribution to the History of Educational Development in Great Britain

William Carew Hazlitt (Autor)

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2022
144 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654730672-6 (EAN)

Infos

In William Carew Hazlitt's 'Schools, School-Books and Schoolmasters', the author meticulously examines the history and evolution of education in England, focusing on the influence of school-books and schoolmasters on the development of young minds. Hazlitt delves into the various methods of teaching, the curriculum of different time periods, and the impact of educational policies on the broader literary landscape. Written in a straightforward and informative style, this book serves as a valuable resource for understanding the educational practices of the past. Hazlitt's attention to detail and thorough research provide a comprehensive analysis of the subject, making it a must-read for scholars and history enthusiasts alike. William Carew Hazlitt's background as a writer, editor, and bibliographer uniquely positions him to delve into the intricacies of educational history, making 'Schools, School-Books and Schoolmasters' a seminal work in the field. I highly recommend this book to readers interested in the intersection of education, literature, and history.

Autor

William Carew Hazlitt (1834-1913) was an eminent British bibliographer, editor, and writer, renowned for his contributions to the scholarship of English literature, particularly in the realms of bibliographical and antiquarian studies. Born into a literary family as the grandson of the esteemed essayist and critic William Hazlitt, he developed an early interest in books and education, which would manifest prominently in his literary career. Hazlitt's work 'Schools, School-Books and Schoolmasters' is a notable example of his in-depth exploration of the history and development of education in English society. His scholarly style often combined meticulous historical research with a keen understanding of literary culture. Besides his investigations into educational history, Hazlitt produced several bibliographies, including compilations of English proverbs and folklore, as well as editions of Renaissance literature that have been highly regarded for their thoroughness and accuracy. Throughout his career, Hazlitt upheld the literary ethos of his grandfather, affirming the importance of literature in the shaping of cultural and intellectual history. His extensive contributions to the fields of bibliographical and educational studies remain valuable resources for researchers and scholars in English literature and history.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Schulbuch / Wörterbuch ► Lernhilfen ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Pädagogik ► Allgemeines / Lexika
• Schlagworte: 19th century pedagogy • academic traditions • Alexander Neckam • antique textbooks • Archbishop Alfric • British education • Church Influence • classic educational texts • discipline in schools • Education • Educational institutions • Educational reform literature • Education history • Great Britain • historical education practices • history of education • history of schooling • Medieval Education • Schoolmasters' influence • schoolmasters memoirs • textbooks • victorian era schooling • Vocabularies in education • William Carew Hazlitt writings