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The Early Schools Of Methodism (1886)

The Early Schools Of Methodism (1886)

Cummings, A. W.

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19th Century United States HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1164043579
ISBN13: 9781164043577
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 436
Weight: 1.28
Height: 0.89 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Early Schools of Methodism, written by A.W. Cummings and published in 1886, is a comprehensive historical account of the early Methodist schools in the United States. The book covers the period from the founding of the first Methodist school in 1784 to the mid-19th century. Cummings provides a detailed analysis of the educational philosophy and practices of the early Methodist Church, which emphasized the importance of education in promoting spiritual growth and social progress.The book begins with an overview of the early history of the Methodist Church and its commitment to education. Cummings then discusses the founding of the first Methodist schools, including Cokesbury College and the Methodist Episcopal Academy. He also describes the growth of Methodist education in the United States, including the establishment of numerous colleges and universities, as well as the development of Sunday schools and other educational programs.Throughout the book, Cummings provides detailed biographical sketches of key figures in the early Methodist movement, including Francis Asbury, John Wesley, and Thomas Coke. He also discusses the role of women in Methodist education, including the establishment of schools for girls and the contributions of female educators.Overall, The Early Schools of Methodism is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education in the United States, as well as the history of the Methodist Church. Cummings' thorough research and engaging writing style make this book an enjoyable and informative read for scholars and general readers alike.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.

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