An Outline of the System of Education at New Lanark (1824)

By Robert Dale Owen

Book Overview

""An Outline of the System of Education at New Lanark"" is a book written by Robert Dale Owen in 1824. The book describes the educational system implemented at the New Lanark cotton mills in Scotland during the early 19th century. The system was revolutionary for its time, as it provided free education to children of all ages and backgrounds, including the children of mill workers. Owen, who was the son of the founder of the New Lanark mills, David Dale, was a strong advocate for education and social reform. In the book, he describes the various aspects of the educational system, including its curriculum, teaching methods, and discipline policies. He also discusses the benefits of education for both individuals and society as a whole.The book is significant for its contribution to the history of education and social reform. It highlights the importance of providing education to all children, regardless of their social or economic status, and emphasizes the role of education in promoting social progress and equality. The book remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education or the development of social reform movements in the 19th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164575252
• ISBN13: 9781164575252
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"