Early Days At Uppingham, Under Edward Thring

Early Days At Uppingham, Under Edward Thring

An Old Boy

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2007
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Ensayos literarios
ISBN:
9781432528812
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''Early Days At Uppingham, Under Edward Thring'' is a book written by an Old Boy of Uppingham School, which provides a detailed account of the early days of the school under the leadership of Edward Thring. Thring was a renowned educationalist who transformed Uppingham School into a leading institution during his tenure as the headmaster from 1853 to 1887.The book covers the period from 1853 to 1869, during which Thring introduced several innovative educational practices that challenged traditional teaching methods. The author provides an insider’s perspective on Thring’s approach to education and the impact it had on the students and the school.The book also delves into the social and cultural milieu of the time, providing a fascinating glimpse into Victorian England. It covers topics such as the role of the Church in education, the importance of sports and games, and the relationships between the staff and students.Overall, ''Early Days At Uppingham, Under Edward Thring'' is a valuable historical document that sheds light on an important period in the history of Uppingham School and the evolution of education in England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education, Victorian England, or Uppingham School.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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