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
Schools of Gaul in the last century of the Western Empire : $b A study of pagan and Christian education in the last century of the Western empire
Witness the clash of cultures and beliefs as ancient pagan schools transform into centers of Christian learning in a world on the brink of change.
By T. J. (Theodore Johannes) Haarhoff
The educated Negro and his mission
In a time of racial struggle, an intellectual explores the power of education to uplift a people and carve a path towards true equality and progress.
By W. S. (William Sanders) Scarborough
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
The Boyhood of Jesus
Witness the extraordinary childhood of a divine child, from his miraculous birth to his early displays of unimaginable wisdom.
By Anonymous
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
Your boy and his training : $b A practical treatise on boy-training
Discover a time when raising boys was seen as a complex task requiring parents to understand the ever-shifting landscape of a young man's mind.
By Edwin Seward Puller
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
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
Jean Craig, Graduate Nurse
Amidst family illnesses and community epidemics, a newly graduated nurse navigates budding romances and professional aspirations in a close-knit village, while her absentee fiancé creates emotional hurdles.
By Kay Lyttleton