Joel Dorman Steele: Teacher And Author (1900)

Bys: Archibald, George and Palmer, Anna Campbell

Book Overview

""Joel Dorman Steele: Teacher and Author"" is a biographical work written by Mrs. George Archibald and published in 1900. The book chronicles the life and achievements of Joel Dorman Steele, who was a prominent educator and author in the late 19th century. Steele is best known for his contributions to the field of science education, particularly his popular textbooks on geology, astronomy, and physiology. The book provides a detailed account of Steele's early life, including his upbringing in New York state and his education at Genesee College and Syracuse University. It also explores his career as a teacher, which spanned several decades and included positions at a number of prestigious institutions, such as the Oswego Normal School and the University of Wisconsin. In addition to his work as an educator, Steele was also a prolific author, and the book delves into his many publications, which ranged from textbooks to popular science articles. The book also discusses Steele's personal life, including his marriage to fellow educator Esther Baker Steele and his involvement in various social and religious organizations. Overall, ""Joel Dorman Steele: Teacher and Author"" provides a comprehensive overview of the life and legacy of one of the most influential educators and writers of the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education, science, or American culture during this period.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: 1104873117
• ISBN13: 9781104873110
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"