Publisher's Synopsis
""The Development of the Free Public High School in Illinois to 1860"" is a historical account of the establishment and growth of free public high schools in Illinois prior to the Civil War. Written by Paul Everett Belting and originally published in 1919, this book provides a detailed examination of the political, social, and economic factors that led to the creation of free high schools in Illinois. Belting explores the various challenges and obstacles faced by early advocates of public education, including opposition from private schools and religious organizations. He also examines the role of state and local governments in promoting the expansion of public education, as well as the impact of the Civil War on the development of high schools in Illinois. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of public education in the United States, as well as the social and political forces that have shaped American education over time.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.
