Horace Mann

By Elbert Hubbard

Book Overview

The book ""Horace Mann"" by Elbert Hubbard is a comprehensive biographical account of the life and achievements of Horace Mann, an American education reformer and politician. The book chronicles Mann's early life, education, and career, including his work as a lawyer and his eventual appointment as the first Secretary of the Massachusetts Board of Education.The author delves into Mann's contributions to the education system, including his advocacy for public education, teacher training, and the establishment of normal schools. Hubbard also explores Mann's political career, including his time as a member of the US House of Representatives and his role in the Whig party.Throughout the book, Hubbard presents Mann as a visionary leader who was ahead of his time in his ideas about education and social reform. He portrays Mann as a tireless advocate for the education of all children, regardless of their social or economic background.Overall, ""Horace Mann"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of American education and the life of one of its most influential figures.THIS 18 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Elect: Elbert Hubbard's Selected Writings Part 5, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103870.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: 1425341659
• ISBN13: 9781425341657
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"