American Lyceum: Or Society For The Improvement Of Schools, And Diffusion Of Useful Knowledge (1829)

by A. H. Everett

Book Overview

The American Lyceum: Or Society For The Improvement Of Schools, And Diffusion Of Useful Knowledge is a book written by A. H. Everett and originally published in 1829. The book is a comprehensive guide to the American Lyceum movement, which was a popular educational movement in the early 19th century. The movement aimed to provide accessible education and promote the dissemination of useful knowledge to the general public. The book provides a detailed history of the Lyceum movement, tracing its origins to the ancient Greek schools of philosophy and its development in America. It also discusses the various types of Lyceums that existed at the time, including public, private, and subscription-based Lyceums. The book also includes practical advice on how to establish and run a successful Lyceum, including tips on fundraising, organizing lectures and debates, and selecting appropriate topics for discussion. It also discusses the role of women in the Lyceum movement, highlighting the efforts of female educators and advocates who worked to promote education and social reform. Overall, The American Lyceum: Or Society For The Improvement Of Schools, And Diffusion Of Useful Knowledge is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education and the early American reform movements. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural context of the early 19th century and provides insight into the challenges and opportunities faced by educators and advocates of the time.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436765757
• ISBN13: 9781436765756
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"