Henry William Crosskey: His Life and Work (1895)

Henry William Crosskey: His Life and Work is a biographical account of the life and achievements of Henry William Crosskey, a prominent figure in the field of education in the 19th century. Written by Richard Acland Armstrong and first published in 1895, the book provides a detailed examination of Crosskey's life, from his early years as a schoolteacher to his later work as a lecturer and writer on educational topics.The book begins with an overview of Crosskey's childhood and education, including his early interest in teaching and his decision to pursue a career in education. It then goes on to detail his experiences as a teacher in various schools and institutions, including his time as headmaster of the Liverpool Institute.The second half of the book focuses on Crosskey's work as a writer and lecturer on educational topics, including his influential book The Grammar of Science. The book also explores his involvement in various educational organizations and his contributions to the development of educational theory and practice.Throughout the book, Armstrong provides a nuanced and insightful portrait of Crosskey, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses as an educator and thinker. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education and the contributions of key figures in the field.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.