E. Biber - Henry Pestalozzi, and His Plan of Education; Being an Account of His Life and Writings; with Copious Extracts from His Works and Extensive Details Illustrative of the Practical Parts of His Method

London, John Souter, 1831. Cloth. A scarce copy of E. Biber's exploration of the work and practice of an hugely influential educational reformer, Henry Pestalozzi. Rebound. Pestalozzi was a incredibly influential educational reformer who helped to significantly reduce illiteracy in his home country of Switzerland. The reason why Pestalozzi's practice was so revolutionary was his believe in child-centred education, and noting the importance of education on a child's personal development. This groundbreaking approached marked a shift in the approach to education. Pestalozzi was an leading figure in the development of education in Europe, and is an important part of the educational history. This particular work explore his writings, featuring copious extracts and explanations of his education practise. A scarce work, ideal for those with an interest in education. Rebacked, in a full cloth binding. Externally, sound. Bumping to the head and tail of the spine, and to the extremities. Some rubbing to the front and rear boards. Front and rear endpapers have been replaced. Repairs to the front hinge. Light offsetting and handling marks to the front and rear endpapers and paste downs. The odd spots to the fore edge, as well as a small ink spill to the tail. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are generally clean with the odd mark and dusting to the untrimmed fore edge. Good . Ill.: None. Good .

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