English Literature Teaching in Schools: Two Lectures (1891)

English Literature Teaching In Schools: Two Lectures is a book written by Herbert Courthope Bowen and originally published in 1891. The book is a collection of two lectures that discuss the teaching of English literature in schools. In the first lecture, Bowen argues that the study of literature is essential for the development of a well-rounded education. He discusses the importance of teaching literature in its historical and cultural context, and emphasizes the need for students to understand the social and political issues that influenced the authors they are studying. The second lecture focuses on the practical aspects of teaching literature in schools. Bowen provides advice on how to select appropriate texts for different age groups and how to engage students in literary analysis. He also discusses the role of the teacher in guiding students through the study of literature and the importance of fostering a love of reading.Overall, English Literature Teaching In Schools: Two Lectures is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the teaching of English literature. Bowen's insights and advice are still relevant today, more than a century after the book was first published.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.