A Book About Dominies

A Book About Dominies

Ascott Robert Hope

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120109026
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''A Book About Dominies: Being The Reflections And Recollections Of A Member Of The Profession'' is a memoir written by Ascott Robert Hope in 1871. The book provides insights into the life of a dominie, which is a term used to refer to a Scottish schoolteacher. The author, who was himself a dominie, shares his reflections and recollections of his experiences in the profession. The book covers various aspects of the life of a dominie, including their daily routine, the challenges they face, and the rewards they reap. It also delves into the history and evolution of the profession, as well as the role of education in Scottish society. Overall, ''A Book About Dominies'' provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into the world of Scottish education 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.

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