Dorothea Beale: Principal of the Cheltenham Ladies' College, 1858-1906 by Shillito
"Dorothea Beale: Principal of the Cheltenham Ladies' College, 1858-1906" by Elizabeth H. Shillito is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and contributions of Dorothea Beale, who played a pivotal role in advancing girls' education during a time of significant societal change. With a focus on her tenure as principal, it provides insight into the challenges she faced and the reforms she championed. The opening
of the account sets the stage for the discussion of Dorothea Beale's early influences, including her family background and educational experiences that shaped her dedication to improving women's education. It highlights the context of girls' education in the 19th century, characterized by superficial teaching methods that often left women undereducated. The text introduces the early struggles of the Cheltenham Ladies' College and hints at Beale's future leadership role, revealing her commitment to reforming the educational landscape for women. Overall, it provides a glimpse into the formative experiences that led Beale to become a significant figure in educational reform and women's rights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Shillito, Elizabeth Helen |
|---|---|
| Title | Dorothea Beale: Principal of the Cheltenham Ladies' College, 1858-1906 |
| Original Publication | United States: Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge,1920. |
| Series Title | Pioneers of progress. Women |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | MWS and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LA: Education: History of education |
| Subject | Beale, Dorothea, 1831-1906 |
| Subject | Cheltenham Ladies' College |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 69599 |
| Release Date | Dec 21, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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