Memories Grave and Gay: Forty Years of School Inspection (1903)

By John Kerr

Book Overview

""Memories Grave And Gay: Forty Years Of School Inspection"" is a book written by John Kerr and originally published in 1903. The book is a memoir of Kerr's experiences as a school inspector in Scotland for over four decades. The title refers to the various emotions Kerr experienced during his inspections, from the serious and somber moments to the more lighthearted and enjoyable ones.Throughout the book, Kerr shares anecdotes and reflections on his experiences visiting schools and assessing their quality of education. He provides insight into the challenges and successes he encountered, as well as his interactions with teachers, students, and parents. Kerr also discusses the evolution of education during his years as an inspector, including changes in curriculum, teaching methods, and attitudes towards education.Overall, ""Memories Grave And Gay"" is a valuable historical document that sheds light on the state of education in Scotland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It provides a unique perspective on the role of school inspectors and their impact on the education system. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education or the social and cultural history of Scotland.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: 1104193140
• ISBN13: 9781104193140
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"