Publisher's Synopsis
""English As She Is Taught"" is a book written by Caroline Bigelow Le Row in 1887 that provides a humorous and satirical look at the state of education in public schools during that time period. The book is a collection of genuine, but often absurd, answers given by students in response to examination questions on the subject of English grammar and literature. Le Row uses the book to critique the educational system of the time, highlighting the lack of proper training for teachers and the inadequate curriculum being taught to students. She also comments on the poor writing skills of many students, pointing out the numerous spelling and grammatical errors in their answers.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of English language and literature, such as grammar, composition, and poetry. The answers given by students range from comical to nonsensical, and are sure to elicit a chuckle from readers.Overall, ""English As She Is Taught"" is a witty and entertaining read that offers a glimpse into the state of education in the late 19th century. It is a reminder of how far we have come in terms of educational standards and the importance of investing in quality education for future generations.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.
