Report On Education In Alaska, With Maps And Illustrations

SHELDON JACKSON

Publication: Government Printing Office, 1886, Washington

First edition. 8vo. Affixed to top of title page is a small label with typed words that read "With Compliments of Sheldon Jackson, United States General Agent of Education in Alaska, Bureau of Education, Washington, D. C." Black cloth binder, titles stamped in gold gilt on the front cover, 95 pp., frontispiece, illustrated from photographs, plates, portraits, maps, index. This report examines Alaska, its extent, physical characteristics, climate, and its people. Numerous photographs show schools in various parts of Alaska and much information is provided regarding the need for industrial training, moral training, advance student requirements, etc. The need for obligatory attendance, school buildings, transportation, school supplies, qualified teachers, the importance of education to the development of Alaska, etc. Small scuff to front cover, a foldout map of Alaska is provided and is in fine condition. Overall, a very good copy.

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