Our National System Of Education: An Essay (1877)

""Our National System of Education: An Essay"" is a book written by John Cleaves Henderson Jr. in 1877. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the education system in the United States at the time, and it presents a detailed examination of the strengths and weaknesses of the system. Henderson Jr. argues that education is essential for the development of a strong and prosperous nation, and he provides a roadmap for the establishment of a national education system that is accessible to all citizens. The author discusses the role of the government in education and the importance of public schools in providing a quality education to all children. The book also covers the importance of higher education and the need for universities to provide a well-rounded education that includes both academic and practical skills. Overall, ""Our National System of Education: An Essay"" is a thought-provoking and insightful book that provides a valuable historical perspective on the American education system.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.