Horace Mann: His Ideas And Ideals

Horace Mann: His Ideas and Ideals is a biographical work written by Joy Elmer Morgan that explores the life and contributions of Horace Mann, an American educator and politician who played a significant role in the development of public education in the United States. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Mann's life, from his childhood in Massachusetts to his career as a lawyer, state legislator, and advocate for public education. Morgan delves into Mann's ideas and beliefs, including his belief in the importance of education for all and his advocacy for the establishment of free, universal public education. The book also examines Mann's work as the first Secretary of the Massachusetts Board of Education, where he implemented a number of reforms that transformed the state's educational system. Horace Mann: His Ideas and Ideals is a detailed and insightful work that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of America's most influential educators. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of public education in the United States and the role of education in shaping society.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.