Publisher's Synopsis
Corderius Americanus is an essay written by Cotton Mather that explores the importance of providing a good education to children. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of education, such as the importance of reading, writing, and arithmetic. Mather argues that a good education is essential for children to become successful and productive members of society.Throughout the book, Mather provides practical advice on how parents and teachers can effectively educate children. He emphasizes the importance of discipline, moral values, and religious instruction in the education process. Mather also provides examples of successful educational practices from his own experiences and observations.Corderius Americanus is written in a clear and accessible style that is easy to understand. It is a valuable resource for parents, teachers, and anyone interested in the education of children. The book is a classic work on education that has stood the test of time and remains relevant today.1708. This book is an essay on the education of children, and what may hopefully be attempted for the hope of the flock in a funeral sermon upon Mr. Ezekiel Cheever, the ancient and honorable Master of the Free School in Boston, who left off when mortality took him in August 1708. With an elegy and an epitaph upon him. Written in Old English.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.
