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Anna C. Brackett

 
9781330104743: Woman and the Higher Education (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Exploring how women’s education can strengthen society and why lawmaker support matters.

This nonfiction work examines the historical push for female education, arguing that improved schooling for women raises the character of the whole community and benefits future generations. It presents a thoughtful plan for a dedicated female seminary and explains the rationale behind public backing rather than leaving education to private ventures. The text traces the evolution of options for women, from co‑education to women’s colleges, and discusses the strengths and limits of each path. It argues that a disciplined, broad‑maced curriculum should cultivate language, history, science, and the arts, while stressing the need for a holistic approach that engages the mind on several fronts at once.

  • Insights into the historical debate on women’s access to higher learning
  • Guidance on how to structure a female seminary for lasting impact
  • Arguments for public support and reform through legislative action
  • Practical ideas on curriculum design that develops disciplined, well‑rounded thinkers
Ideal for readers seeking context on the formation of women’s education in America and its ongoing relevance to educational policy.

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