A Dominie's Log (1918) - Alexander Sutherland Neill - Bog

A Dominie's Log is a memoir written by Alexander Sutherland Neill, a Scottish educator who is best known for his unconventional approach to teaching and his establishment of the Summerhill School in England. The book is a collection of Neill's personal experiences and reflections on his life as a schoolmaster in Scotland during the early 20th century. Neill's writing is candid and often humorous, offering a unique glimpse into the challenges and rewards of teaching in a rural community. He shares anecdotes about his students, their families, and the various personalities he encountered during his time as a dominie (a Scottish term for a schoolmaster). Throughout the book, Neill emphasizes the importance of treating children with respect and understanding, and he advocates for a more child-centered approach to education. He also touches on broader social issues, such as poverty, class inequality, and the impact of World War I on Scottish society.A Dominie's Log is a fascinating account of a bygone era in Scottish education, and it offers valuable insights into Neill's philosophy of teaching and his belief in the power of education to transform lives.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.