Orbis Pictus

Orbis Pictus is a book written by John Amos Comenius, a Czech educator and theologian. First published in 1658, it is considered one of the earliest textbooks for children, and the first illustrated book designed specifically for children's education. The book is written in Latin and is divided into 150 chapters, each covering a different topic, ranging from the natural world to human anatomy, history, and religion.The book is structured in a way that is easy for children to understand, with each chapter accompanied by an illustration that helps to explain the topic. Comenius believed that children learn best through visual aids, and the illustrations in Orbis Pictus are designed to be both informative and engaging.In addition to its educational content, Orbis Pictus is also significant for its role in the history of education. Comenius was a pioneer in the field of education and believed that education should be accessible to all children, regardless of their social status or background. He also believed that education should be practical and relevant to children's lives, and that it should be taught in a way that is engaging and enjoyable.Overall, Orbis Pictus is a landmark book in the history of education, and its influence can still be seen in modern textbooks and teaching methods. It is a testament to Comenius's belief in the importance of education and his commitment to making it accessible to all children.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1887 Edition.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.