An Outline of the System of Education at New Lanark (1824)

By Robert Dale Owen

Book Overview

An Outline of the System of Education at New Lanark (1824) is a book written by Robert Dale Owen, an American social reformer and politician. The book describes the educational system implemented by his father, Robert Owen, at the New Lanark cotton mills in Scotland. The system was designed to provide education and improve the living conditions of the workers and their families. The book provides a detailed account of the principles and methods of education used at New Lanark, including the use of rewards and punishments, the importance of physical exercise, and the integration of moral and religious teachings into the curriculum. It also describes the organization of the school and the role of the teachers in implementing the system. Owen's book is significant because it provides a firsthand account of an early example of social reform through education. It also sheds light on the history of education and the development of educational theory in the early 19th century. Overall, An Outline of the System of Education at New Lanark is an important historical document that offers valuable insights into the history of education and social reform.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436776376
• ISBN13: 9781436776370
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"