Old Time Schools And School Books (1917)

Old Time Schools and School Books is a historical account of early American education, written by Clifton Johnson and originally published in 1917. The book provides a detailed look at the schools and school books of the past, exploring how education was conducted in the early days of the United States. The book begins with an overview of early American education, including the establishment of the first schools and the development of the educational system. It then delves into the specifics of the classroom experience, describing the types of schools that existed, the curriculum that was taught, and the methods of instruction that were used. Johnson also provides a fascinating look at the school books of the past, including textbooks on subjects such as spelling, grammar, and history. He examines how these books were written, how they were used in the classroom, and how they helped to shape the minds of young students. Throughout the book, Johnson provides numerous anecdotes and stories that bring the history of American education to life. He also includes a number of illustrations and photographs that help to illustrate the schools and school books of the past. Old Time Schools and School Books is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education in the United States. It provides a unique perspective on a bygone era, and offers insights into the development of the educational system that we know today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.