William Holmes McGuffey and his readers

By Harvey C. Minnich

Book Overview

William Holmes McGuffey and His Readers is a book written by Harvey C. Minnich that provides a detailed account of the life and work of William Holmes McGuffey, an American educator and author. McGuffey is best known for his series of readers, which were widely used in American schools in the 19th century. The book begins by introducing McGuffey and his family background, including his upbringing in Pennsylvania and his education at Washington College. It then goes on to explore McGuffey's career as a teacher and professor, as well as his work as a minister and author.The majority of the book is devoted to McGuffey's readers, which were first published in the 1830s and became immensely popular throughout the United States. Minnich provides a detailed analysis of the content and structure of each reader, as well as the historical and cultural context in which they were created. He also examines the impact that the readers had on American education and society, and their lasting legacy in American literature.Throughout the book, Minnich draws on a wide range of primary sources, including McGuffey's personal papers, letters, and diaries, as well as contemporary accounts and reviews of the readers. He also includes numerous illustrations and examples from the readers themselves, making the book both informative and engaging.Overall, William Holmes McGuffey and His Readers is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of American education, literature, and culture. It provides a comprehensive and insightful look at the life and work of one of America's most influential educators and authors, and sheds light on the enduring legacy of his readers.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: 1430493682
• ISBN13: 9781430493686
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"