Publisher's Synopsis
The Sorrowful and Heroic Life of John Amos Comenius is a biographical book written by Frantisek Kozik. The book tells the story of John Amos Comenius, a Czech philosopher, educator, and writer who lived in the 17th century. Comenius is known for his contributions to education, particularly his advocacy for universal education and his development of a new teaching method that emphasized visual aids and practical experience.The book chronicles Comenius' life from his early years in Moravia to his later years in Sweden and the Netherlands. It explores his struggles and triumphs as he faced persecution, exile, and personal tragedy. The book also delves into Comenius' philosophy and ideas about education, religion, and politics.Through Kozik's vivid and detailed writing, readers will gain a deeper understanding of Comenius' life, work, and legacy. The Sorrowful and Heroic Life of John Amos Comenius is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education or the life of this influential figure.Return of the student; Happy years; In hiding; In exile; Journey to London; Pilgrimage of honor and discord; Struggle with time; Ominous peace; School in Sarospatak; Sack of Leszno; Refuge of old age; Reform of human affairs.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.
