Teaching & Education
Discover a rich collection of resources dedicated to teaching and education. This category offers texts that explore various educational methods, philosophies, and historical perspectives, ideal for teachers, students, and lifelong learners. Enhance your understanding and approach to education with these insightful and informative works.
Aristotle and Ancient Educational Ideals
Explore the connection between ancient Greek society, politics, and the development of educational philosophies focused on creating balanced citizens.
By Thomas Davidson
A Girl's Student Days and After
Discover how young women in the early 20th century navigated their educational journeys, emphasizing personal growth, responsibility, and the power of friendship.
By Jeannette Augustus Marks
The Bodleian Library at Oxford
Discover the captivating story of how one library became a beacon of knowledge and learning, forever changing the course of scholarship.
By Falconer Madan
Abbreviations and Signs A Primer of Information about Abbreviations and Signs, with Classified Lists of Those in Most Common Use
Unlock the secrets of shorthand with this guide to common symbols and abbreviations, turning novices into masters of concise communication.
By Frederick W. (Frederick William) Hamilton
The History of Pedagogy
Uncover the evolution of teaching across centuries, from ancient cultures to modern times, revealing the influences of key thinkers and societies on the way we learn.
By Gabriel Compayré
Sarah Winnemucca's Practical Solution of the Indian Problem A Letter to Dr. Lyman Abbot of the "Christian Union"
Against a backdrop of cultural conflict, a Native American woman confronts prejudice and fights for her people to receive education and preserve their heritage.
By Elizabeth Palmer Peabody
Text Book of Biology, Part 1: Vertebrata
Venture into the biological world of vertebrates, starting with rabbits, to uncover the secrets of their life processes through detailed anatomical study and observation.
By H. G. Wells
Sight to the Blind
A grieving, blind woman discovers hope and a new perspective on life through the kindness of a nurse and the miracle of restored sight.
By Lucy S. Furman
The Blue Castle: a novel
A woman decides to shake off her dreary existence and pursue a life filled with love and freedom after a life-changing revelation.
By L. M. (Lucy Maud) Montgomery
A World of Girls: The Story of a School
A young girl, grieving the loss of her mother, confronts the challenges of growing up as she enters a boarding school filled with new faces and unexpected friendships.
By L. T. Meade
The Oxford Degree Ceremony
Discover the captivating traditions of a bygone era as students and scholars partake in the elaborate rituals of Oxford University's historic graduation ceremonies.
By J. (Joseph) Wells
A Montessori Mother
Discover a revolutionary approach to raising children as a mother recounts her experiences with a method that champions independence and hands-on learning, but questions if this educational philosophy can truly be adopted at home.
By Dorothy Canfield Fisher
Rules of the Western Grammar School, Brompton
Journey back in time to discover the framework that ran the Western Grammar School, complete with rules about money, staff roles, and student behavior.
By England) Western Grammar School (Brompton
How to Form a Library, 2nd ed
Discover the secrets to building your dream library, from selecting the perfect volumes to mastering the art of organization, as you embark on a literary adventure through the ages.
By Henry B. (Henry Benjamin) Wheatley
For the Story Teller: Story Telling and Stories to Tell
Discover a collection of tales and insights from days gone by, teaching how spoken narratives shape young hearts and nurture growing minds.
By Carolyn Sherwin Bailey
Handicraft for boys
Discover a realm of crafting opportunities as a young boy learns to build exceptional creations with wood and metal.
By A. Frederick (Archie Frederick) Collins
The Third Class at Miss Kaye's: A School Story
A bookish young girl confronts new friendships and rivalries as she learns to navigate boarding school life.
By Angela Brazil
Progress and Achievements of the Colored People Containing the Story of the Wonderful Advancement of the Colored Americans—the Most Marvelous in the History of Nations—Their Past Accomplishments, Together With Their Present-day Opportunities and a Glimpse Into the Future for Further Developments—the Dawn of a Triumphant Era. A Handbook for Self-improvement Which Leads to Greater Success
Discover how a people overcame immense challenges to build a legacy of achievement and progress in the face of adversity.
By Kelly Miller
Debating for boys
Discover how young men can transform into articulate thinkers and speakers, equipped with the power to persuade and lead through the art of structured debate and logical reasoning.
By William Horton Foster
Bisayan grammar and notes on Bisayan rhetoric and poetics and Filipino dialectology
Discover the foundational rules of a Filipino dialect from the early 20th century, bridging cultural understanding through language for both native speakers and newcomers.
By Norberto Romuáldez