History And Prospectus: Tennessee School For The Blind (1898)

By John V. Armstrong

Book Overview

History And Prospectus: Tennessee School For The Blind (1898) is a book written by John V. Armstrong that provides a comprehensive overview of the Tennessee School for the Blind. The book details the history of the school, from its establishment in 1844 to the time of publication in 1898. It also includes a prospectus that outlines the school's curriculum, facilities, and programs for blind students. The book begins with a brief history of education for the blind in the United States, including the establishment of the first school for the blind in Boston in 1829. It then moves on to discuss the founding of the Tennessee School for the Blind, which was established by the state legislature in 1844. The book describes the early years of the school, including its first superintendent, Samuel Porter, and the challenges faced by blind students in the mid-19th century.The second half of the book is dedicated to a detailed prospectus of the school. This includes information on the school's curriculum, which included academic subjects such as reading, writing, and arithmetic, as well as vocational training in areas such as broom-making and mattress-making. The prospectus also describes the school's facilities, including dormitories, classrooms, and a chapel. Overall, History And Prospectus: Tennessee School For The Blind (1898) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education for the blind in the United States, as well as for those interested in the specific history and programs of the Tennessee School for the Blind.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: 1164671847
• ISBN13: 9781164671848
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"