Letters To A Young Governess On The Principles Of Education

And Other Subjects Connected With Her Duties (1840)

von Susan F. Ridout

268 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Letters to a Young Governess on the Principles of Education: And Other Subjects Connected with Her Duties is a book written by Susan F. Ridout in 1840. The book is a collection of letters written by Ridout to a young governess, providing guidance on the principles of education and other subjects related to her duties. The book covers various topics, including the importance of moral education, the role of the governess in shaping the character of the children under her care, and the need for the governess to have a thorough understanding of the subjects she teaches. Ridout emphasizes the importance of patience, kindness, and firmness in the governess's approach to teaching, and stresses the need for her to be a good role model for her charges. She also discusses the importance of physical education and the need for the governess to encourage outdoor activities and exercise. In addition to education, Ridout touches on other topics that may be relevant to a young governess, such as religion, etiquette, and social customs. The book provides a valuable insight into the expectations and responsibilities of a governess in the 19th century, and offers practical advice for anyone working in a similar role today.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.

• Themen: Gesellschaft und Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik / Erziehungswissenschaften Hochschulbildung, Fort- und Weiterbildung
• ISBN: 9781120314611
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 15.10.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC