""The Profession of the Teacher: An Address"" is a book written by William Richardson Abbot in 1874. The book is an address given by Abbot to the graduating class of the State Normal School in Framingham, Massachusetts. In the book, Abbot explores the role of the teacher in society and discusses the importance of education in shaping the future of the country. He emphasizes the need for teachers to have a deep understanding of their subject matter and to be able to effectively communicate that knowledge to their students. Abbot also discusses the challenges that teachers face, including the need to balance the demands of the classroom with their own personal lives. He encourages teachers to stay true to their values and to always strive for excellence in their work. Overall, ""The Profession of the Teacher: An Address"" is a thoughtful and insightful exploration of the role of the teacher in society. It provides valuable insights and advice for both new and experienced teachers, and is a must-read for anyone interested in education and the teaching profession.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.
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