Publisher's Synopsis
""A Method of Teaching Linear Drawing: Adapted to the Public Schools"" is a book written by Elizabeth Palmer Peabody and published in 1841. The book aims to provide a comprehensive guide for teaching linear drawing in public schools. It presents a step-by-step approach to drawing, starting with simple lines and progressing to more complex shapes and forms. The book also includes numerous examples and exercises to help students develop their skills. Peabody emphasizes the importance of drawing as a means of developing creativity, observation, and critical thinking skills. She argues that drawing should be an essential part of every child's education, and provides practical advice for teachers on how to incorporate drawing into their lesson plans. Overall, ""A Method of Teaching Linear Drawing"" is a valuable resource for educators and anyone interested in the history of art education in America.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.