Horace Mann And The Common School Revival In The United States

Horace Mann and the Common School Revival in the United States is a comprehensive historical account of the life and work of Horace Mann, a prominent American educator and politician of the 19th century. The book, written by B.A. Hinsdale, explores Mann's efforts to promote the idea of a common school system in the United States, which aimed to provide free and equal education to all children regardless of their social status or background. The author delves into Mann's early life, his career as a lawyer and politician, and his eventual appointment as the first Secretary of the Massachusetts Board of Education. Hinsdale also examines Mann's role in the development of the common school movement, including his advocacy for teacher training, standardized curricula, and the use of textbooks.The book provides a detailed analysis of the social and political context in which Mann operated, including the debates over religion, immigration, and the role of government in education. Hinsdale also explores the challenges and criticisms that Mann faced, including opposition from religious groups and concerns over the cost and practicality of implementing a common school system.Horace Mann and the Common School Revival in the United States is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education in America, as well as the broader social and political forces that shaped the development of the country in the 19th century.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.