Whole woman, whole education: a practical guide to intellectual growth and moral cultivation for female students and teachers.
This volume collects the first series of lectures delivered to the pupils of Troy Female Seminary, focusing on intellectual improvement and the aims of female education. Revised for the press, it offers a practical framework for teachers, families, and schools seeking to elevate young minds with broad, accessible principles of literature and science. It also previews plans for future discussions on emotions, domestic duties, and the role of women as educators and citizens.
Ideal for educators and curious readers alike, this edition presents clear aims, thoughtful guidance, and a physician’s approach to shaping character and intellect in young women.
- Clear introduction to the aims and scope of female education and its practical applications.
- Guidance on aligning intellectual study with moral and religious formation.
- Insight into how teachers can present broad topics without losing sight of the whole science.
- Notes on using the lectures as a weekly synopsis or reading book in schools.
Ideal for readers of education, girls’ schools, and families seeking a thoughtful, accessible approach to developing both mind and virtue.