I am persuaded, that if any attempt is made to improve the education of the poor, and such an unmanly spirit should guide the resolution of a society or committee for that purpose, it would render the design abortive.
Joseph LancasterAbout author
- Author's profession: Educator
- Nationality: english
- Born: November 25, 1778
- Died: October 23, 1838
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