Elements Of Civil Government (Edition1) - Couverture souple

Peterman, Alexander L

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 816974945X ISBN 13 : 9788169749459

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2026

Synopsis

Elements of civil government presents a structured introduction to the principles and functions of organized society, emphasizing the importance of understanding governance as a foundation for responsible citizenship. The work begins by connecting the idea of authority and responsibility to familiar everyday experiences, illustrating how systems of order originate in simple social units and gradually expand into more complex civic structures. It highlights the interdependence between individuals and institutions, showing how duties, rights, and cooperation sustain social harmony. Attention is given to the role of education in shaping informed participants in public life, stressing that early exposure to civic concepts fosters awareness, discipline, and engagement. The text explores how laws are formed, how authority is exercised, and how communities maintain order through shared responsibility. It also underscores the moral dimension of citizenship, encouraging active participation, respect for rules, and a sense of collective well-being. Through its clear and progressive approach, the work seeks to cultivate a practical understanding of governance, preparing learners to navigate and contribute meaningfully to the structures that guide social and political life.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Alexander L. Peterman was an American educator and author active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, associated primarily with instructional writing in the field of civics and social studies. Details of his early life, including birth and family background, are not widely documented, but his professional work reflects a strong engagement with public education and teacher training during a period when formal civic instruction was becoming an important part of school curricula in the United States. Peterman is best known for writing Elements of Civil Government, a textbook designed for use in schools to introduce students to the structure and functions of government. His approach emphasized practical understanding, beginning with familiar social units such as the family before progressing to local, state, and national institutions. The work reflects a broader educational movement aimed at fostering responsible citizenship and civic awareness among young learners. Through clear, structured explanations, he contributed to early efforts in standardizing civics education in American classrooms.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 816974945X
• ISBN 13: 9788169749459
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 188
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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