9780243083336 - The Charity School Movement in Colonial Pennsylvania: Thesis Presented to the Faculty of Philosophy of the University of Pennsylvania (Classic Reprint) de Samuel Ed... (3 résultats)

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of the Charity School Movement, a significant endeavor to educate German immigrants in colonial Pennsylvania during the 18th century. The author delves into the complex social, political, and religious landscape of the time, exploring how the influx of German settlers, driven by persecution and seeking a new life, profoundly impacted the colony's identity and governance. The book traces the movement's origins to the concerns of prominent figures like Reverend Michael Schlatter, who witnessed the educational needs of the German community firsthand. The author examines the motivations behind the movement, highlighting the interplay of religious charity and political anxieties about assimilation and loyalty to the British Crown. The book also delves into the practicalities of the Charity School system, examining its structure, funding, and challenges. Through the lens of historical figures like Christopher Saur and Christopher Dock, the book explores the impact of the movement on both the education of children and the development of German culture in Pennsylvania. The book ultimately underscores the complex dynamics surrounding the education of immigrant populations, and how these efforts were shaped by both humanitarian ideals and political ambitions. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.