Early Quaker Education In Pennsylvania (1920) - Thomas Woody - Bog

Early Quaker Education in Pennsylvania is a historical book written by Thomas Woody and published in 1920. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Quaker education system in Pennsylvania during the colonial period. The author explores the origins of Quaker education and the role it played in the development of Pennsylvania as a colony. The book also delves into the challenges faced by Quaker educators in establishing schools and ensuring access to education for all members of the community.Woody's work sheds light on the Quaker philosophy of education, which emphasized the importance of moral and spiritual development alongside academic instruction. The book discusses the various institutions and organizations that supported Quaker education, including the Friends Schools, the Philadelphia Yearly Meeting, and the Pennsylvania Society for Promoting the Abolition of Slavery.Through his research, Woody highlights the significant contributions of Quaker educators to the development of American education. He also examines the impact of Quaker education on the broader society, including its influence on the abolitionist movement and the promotion of social justice.Overall, Early Quaker Education in Pennsylvania is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American education, the Quaker faith, or the social and political landscape of colonial Pennsylvania.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.