Proceedings of the First Session of the American Association for the Advancement of Education, held at Cleveland, Ohio, August 19th, 20th, 21st and 22d, A.D. 1851

Various Authors

Published by E.C. and J. Biddle, Publisher, Philadelphia, 1852

About this Item

Pamphlet, lacking any wrappers issued. 128 pp. A printing of speeches, bylaws, members and other official business related to the association. Among the speeches is one by Professor Agnew on education and women. Sexism abounds, essentially asserting woman is around to help men in their ambitions, and that education is the sphere of men. Discussion ensues, with other men insisting it is important for women to get an education because they make great teachers. GOOD condition. Remains of binding along the spine. Minor toning and soiling. Light edgewear.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Proceedings of the First Session of the American Association for the Advancement of Education, held at Cleveland, Ohio, August 19th, 20th, 21st and 22d, A.D. 1851
• Publisher: E.C. and J. Biddle, Publisher, Philadelphia
• Publication Date: 1852
• Binding: Pamphlet
• Condition: Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Americana
  • Education