Publisher's Synopsis
Memories Grave And Gay: Forty Years Of School Inspection (1903) is a memoir written by John Kerr. The book provides a detailed account of Kerr's experiences as a school inspector in Scotland for forty years. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the more serious aspects of Kerr's work, such as his observations on the state of education in Scotland, the challenges facing teachers, and the impact of poverty on children's education. The second part of the book is more lighthearted and humorous, with Kerr sharing anecdotes and amusing incidents from his time as a school inspector.Throughout the book, Kerr provides insights into the social and cultural context of Scotland during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He also reflects on his own personal experiences and the changes he witnessed in the education system over the course of his career.Overall, Memories Grave And Gay: Forty Years Of School Inspection offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of education in Scotland during a period of significant change and development. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education or the social history of Scotland.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.
