Endowed Schools Of Ireland (1859) - Harriet Martineau - Bog

Endowed Schools of Ireland is a historical book written by Harriet Martineau and first published in 1859. The book provides a comprehensive account of the state of education in Ireland during the 19th century, with a focus on the endowed schools that were established across the country. Martineau examines the history and development of these schools, their funding and management, and the impact they had on the education system in Ireland.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the endowed schools in Ireland, including their origins, the different types of schools that existed, and the challenges they faced. Martineau also discusses the role of the Church in education and the impact of religious differences on the education system.The second part of the book focuses on specific endowed schools in Ireland, providing detailed accounts of their history, management, and impact. Martineau includes case studies of several schools, including the Royal School of Armagh, the Diocesan School of Kildare, and the Grammar School of Kilkenny. She also examines the role of the Irish Society in the establishment and management of schools in Ulster.Overall, Endowed Schools of Ireland provides a valuable insight into the history of education in Ireland during the 19th century. Martineau's detailed analysis of the endowed schools sheds light on the challenges faced by educators and policymakers in Ireland at the time, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and political context in which these schools operated.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.