Dudley Allen Sargent: An Autobiography (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436679794)

Dudley Allen Sargent: An Autobiography is a book written by Dudley Allen Sargent himself, which provides a detailed account of his life, work, and achievements. Dudley Allen Sargent was an American physical education instructor, who is best known for his contributions to the field of physical education and his work as the director of the Hemenway Gymnasium at Harvard University.The book begins with Sargent's childhood and early years, describing his upbringing in a small town in Massachusetts, his education, and his early interest in physical education. It then goes on to detail his career as a physical education instructor, including his time at Harvard University, where he worked for over 40 years.Throughout the book, Sargent shares his experiences and insights into the development of physical education in America, from its early days as a niche field to its growth and acceptance as a mainstream discipline. He also discusses his own research and teaching methods, which were innovative for their time and helped to shape the field of physical education as we know it today.Overall, Dudley Allen Sargent: An Autobiography is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of physical education, the development of modern sports, or the life and work of one of America's most influential physical education instructors.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.

Author: Dudley Allen Sargent
ISBN-10: 1436679796
ISBN-13: 9781436679794
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 224
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d