The Schoolmaster's Trial: Or Old School And New (1881)

By A Perry and A. Perry

Book Overview

The Schoolmaster's Trial: Or Old School And New is a novel written by Alice Perry in 1881. The book revolves around the life of a schoolmaster who is caught between the traditional and modern methods of teaching. The story is set in a small town where the schoolmaster, Mr. Lindsay, is known for his strict adherence to the old methods of teaching. However, with the arrival of a new teacher, Miss Wentworth, who advocates for the modern methods of teaching, Mr. Lindsay finds himself in a dilemma.As the story progresses, Mr. Lindsay and Miss Wentworth engage in a battle of ideas, with each trying to prove that their method of teaching is superior. The conflict between the two teachers escalates, leading to a trial that determines the fate of Mr. Lindsay's teaching career.The Schoolmaster's Trial: Or Old School And New explores the themes of tradition, innovation, and the clash of ideas. The book also sheds light on the challenges faced by teachers in adapting to new teaching methods and the impact of these changes on the education system.Overall, The Schoolmaster's Trial: Or Old School And New is a compelling novel that offers a glimpse into the world of education in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education and the evolution of teaching methods.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: 1167199200
• ISBN13: 9781167199202
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 194 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"