"The Teacher and the Parent; A Treatise Upon Common-School Education; Containing Practical Suggestions to Teachers and Parents" by Charles Northend, published by A.S. Barnes and Co., New York, 1853. First Edition, 5th Printing ["Fifth Edition" and 1853 imprinted on the title page, copyright 1853. The Preface is dated May 1853].

Hard boards, original embossed cloth [some wear]; gilt lettering on spine, 5.1/4" x 8"; publisher's ads on the endpapers, 325 pages + c.50 pages with publisher's ads, some soiling, a few page corner folds, very good condition.

This book is a comprehensive guide to common-school education, aimed at both teachers and parents. It provides practical suggestions on how to improve the education of children in common schools, with a particular focus on the role of teachers and parents in this process. It is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the education of children.

The book covers a wide range of topics related to education, including the importance of discipline, the role of textbooks, the use of rewards and punishments, the value of physical exercise, and the importance of moral education. It also provides practical advice on how to teach various subjects, such as reading, writing, arithmetic, geography, and history. Northend emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education that prepares children for success in all aspects of life.

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