The Story Of The Severn Street And Priory First-Day Schools, Birmingham (1895) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166290573)

""The Story Of The Severn Street And Priory First-Day Schools, Birmingham"" is a historical account of the establishment and development of two Quaker schools in Birmingham, England. The book, written by William White and first published in 1895, provides a detailed overview of the schools' origins, their educational philosophy, and their impact on the local community.The Severn Street and Priory First-Day Schools were founded in the mid-19th century by a group of Quaker educators who sought to provide a progressive and inclusive education to children from all backgrounds. The schools were unique in their approach to education, emphasizing the importance of experiential learning, critical thinking, and social justice.Through a series of anecdotes and personal recollections, White paints a vivid picture of life at the schools, describing the daily routines of the students and teachers, as well as the challenges and triumphs of the schools' early years. He also provides insight into the broader social and political context of the time, highlighting the ways in which the schools were influenced by and contributed to the wider Quaker movement.Overall, ""The Story Of The Severn Street And Priory First-Day Schools, Birmingham"" is a fascinating glimpse into the history of education and social reform in 19th-century England. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Quakerism, progressive education, or the social history of Birmingham.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: William White
ISBN-10: 1166290573
ISBN-13: 9781166290573
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 140
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.43lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.30d