""Annals of Public Education in the State of New York, from 1626 to 1746"" is a historical account of the development of public education in the state of New York during the colonial period. Written by Daniel Johnson Pratt and first published in 1871, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the various educational institutions, policies, and practices that emerged in New York from the earliest days of European settlement until the mid-18th century.The book begins with an overview of the Dutch and English colonial ...
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""Annals of Public Education in the State of New York, from 1626 to 1746"" is a historical account of the development of public education in the state of New York during the colonial period. Written by Daniel Johnson Pratt and first published in 1871, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the various educational institutions, policies, and practices that emerged in New York from the earliest days of European settlement until the mid-18th century.The book begins with an overview of the Dutch and English colonial periods, highlighting the role that religion played in shaping early educational practices. It then goes on to examine the establishment of various schools, including the first public school in New Amsterdam, as well as the growth of private academies and colleges. The book also explores the role of women in education, including the establishment of female academies and the education of Native American girls.Throughout the book, Pratt emphasizes the importance of education in shaping the social, political, and economic landscape of colonial New York. He also provides detailed accounts of the key figures and events that shaped the development of public education in the state, including the establishment of the first public library and the founding of the College of New York (later Columbia University).Overall, ""Annals of Public Education in the State of New York, from 1626 to 1746"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the early history of public education in America and the ways in which it has evolved over time. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education, colonial America, or the development of the United States as a whole.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.
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