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It is not impossible that in the minds of some persons the idea of employing gentle measures in the management and training of children may seem to imply the abandonment of the principle of authority, as the basis of the parental government, and the substitution of some weak... Read Full Overview

Jacob Abbott, a leading child rearing author of the 19th-century and author of childrens stories certainly understood the mind and nature of a child. His expertise comes through both timelessly and powerfully in this book. He maintains that the authority of the parent over their... Read Full Overview

The book, "" Gentle Measures in the Management and Training of the Young; Or, the Principles on Which a Firm Parental Authority May Be Established and Maintained, Without Violence or Anger, and the Right Development of the Moral and Mental Capacities Be Promoted by Methods in... Read Full Overview

Jacob Abbott was a prolific author, writing juvenile fiction, brief histories, biographies, religious books for the general reader, and a few works in popular science. From 1825 to 1829 he was professor of mathematics and natural philosophy at Amherst College; was licensed... Read Full Overview

Jacob Abbott (November 14, 1803 - October 31, 1879) was an American writer of children's books. He was born in Hallowell, Maine. He attended the Hallowell Academy. From 1825 to 1829 was professor of mathematics and natural philosophy at Amherst College; was licensed to preach... Read Full Overview

Gentle Measures

Gentle Measures In The Management And Training Of The Young is a book written by Jacob Abbott that provides guidance and advice for parents and educators on how to effectively manage and train children. The book emphasizes the importance of using gentle and positive measures... Read Full Overview

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This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

Or, The principles onwhich a firm parental authority may be established and maintained This book, "Gentle measures in the management and training of the young", by Abbott Jacob, is a replication of a book originally published before 1904. It has been restored by human beings,... Read Full Overview