Scholemaster Edited Texts First Two by Ascham Roger (1 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Ascham, Roger. The scholemaster / edited from the texts of the first two editions by John E. B. Mayor ; with a memoir of Ascham by Hartley Coleridge. London: G. Bell and Sons, Ltd., 1915. Hardback, VG. Rebound in half leather, with green boards to front and back. Leather a little bumped at the corners, colour-faded to green at front and back. Spine in six bands with five raised panels, gilt elttering to the second and fifth panels. Small scuff at the base. Binding strong and tight. Marbled endpapers. Ownership inscription to ffep. A few foxing spots to endpapers. 232pp., contents clean and bright. Top edge of the page block gilt. Roger Ascham (c. 1515 30 December 1568) was an English scholar and didactic writer, famous for his prose style, his promotion of the vernacular, and his theories of education. He served in the administrations of Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I, having earlier acted as Elizabeth's tutor in Greek and Latin between 1548 and 1550. In 'The Scholemaster' , the reader is treated to an insightful exploration of education and the shaping of young minds during the Renaissance period. Ascham's work is both didactic and engaging, offering practical advice on teaching methods and a critique of contemporary educational practices. The text is distinguished by its clear and eloquent prose, reflecting Ascham's background as a humanist scholar. 'The Scholemaster' is a seminal work that sheds light on the importance of education in the Renaissance era and continues to influence discussions on pedagogy and curriculum development. Ascham's emphasis on the role of the teacher as a mentor and guide resonates with readers seeking a deeper understanding of educational philosophy and practice. This book is a must-read for educators, historians, and anyone interested in the intellectual and cultural developments of the Renaissance. RightWayUp Books aims to provide accurate and detailed descriptions. All images are of the actual book for sale - no stock images are ever used. Thank you for looking at this listing.