The Dame School Of Experience, And Other Papers

The Dame School of Experience and Other Papers is a collection of essays written by Samuel McChord Crothers. The book explores various topics such as education, literature, history, and philosophy. The title essay, The Dame School of Experience, discusses the importance of learning from life experiences rather than just relying on formal education. Crothers argues that life lessons are just as valuable, if not more so, than academic knowledge. Other essays in the collection include The Literary Life, which explores the role of literature in society, and The Education of the Gentleman, which discusses the importance of character development in education. Crothers also delves into historical figures such as Benjamin Franklin and Abraham Lincoln, analyzing their leadership qualities and impact on American history.The writing style of Crothers is engaging and witty, making the essays both informative and entertaining. The Dame School of Experience and Other Papers is a thought-provoking read that encourages readers to reflect on their own experiences and the value of lifelong learning.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.