Publisher's Synopsis
""A Discourse On Popular Education"" is a book written by Charles Fenton Mercer in 1826. The book is a transcript of a speech given by Mercer in the Church at Princeton, the evening before the annual commencement of the College of New Jersey on September 26, 1826. The discourse is focused on the importance of education for the general public, and the need for accessible and affordable education for all. Mercer argues that education is essential for the success and prosperity of a nation and that it should be made available to everyone, regardless of their social or economic status. He also discusses the role of government in promoting education and the need for public schools. The book is a valuable historical document that provides insights into the early debates around education in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and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.
