Catharine Esther Beecher

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A Treatise on Domestic Economy; For the Use of Young Ladies at Home and at School (eBook, ePUB)

A Comprehensive Guide to Victorian Household Management

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In "A Treatise on Domestic Economy; For the Use of Young Ladies at Home and at School," Catharine Esther Beecher offers a comprehensive guide on the principles of managing household affairs, emphasizing the vital role women play in shaping society through domestic life. Written in a didactic style, the text serves as both a manual and a manifesto that advocates for the education of women, highlighting subjects such as nutrition, child-rearing, and moral education. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century America, Beecher's work reflects the prevailing ideology of the time, which conferred immense responsibility upon women in domestic spaces while simultaneously arguing for their formal education to better fulfill these roles. Catharine Esther Beecher (1800-1878), a prominent educator and advocate for women's education, was deeply influenced by her own upbringing in a family that valued intellect and social responsibility. Through her work, she sought to redefine the societal expectations of women, pushing for the notion that domestic knowledge was not merely practical but also a crucial aspect of a woman'Äôs moral and intellectual development. Beecher's engagements with social reform and her background in a renowned family of educators played significant roles in shaping her thoughts and writing. "A Treatise on Domestic Economy" is essential reading for those interested in the intersections of gender, education, and domestic life in American history. It not only offers insights into the role of women in the 19th century but also resonates with contemporary discussions about home, family, and the value of education. Beecher'Äôs eloquent treatment makes this work indispensable for scholars, students, and anyone intrigued by the evolution of women'Äôs roles in society.

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Catharine Esther Beecher (1800-1878) was a pioneering figure in the domain of domestic science and female education in the 19th century. Born as the eldest child of the eminent preacher Lyman Beecher, Catharine was a part of a dynamic family that included her sister Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of the famed anti-slavery novel 'Uncle Tom's Cabin'. Beecher's enduring legacy stems from her progressive approach to education for women and her advocacy for the elevation of their role in society. Her seminal work, 'A Treatise on Domestic Economy; For the Use of Young Ladies at Home and at School', published in 1841, serves as an incisive guide imbued with the belief that women deserved a robust education, designed both for managing a household and contributing to society. Beecher's didactic style fostered a utilitarian approach towards domestic responsibility, emphasizing a systematic and educated method to homemaking and child-rearing. This text became a standard reference and a keystone of what was termed domestic science, later evolving into what is known as home economics. Beecher's influence extended beyond her writings; she established schools for girls and tirelessly worked for the professionalization of teaching, a field she deemed suitable for America's educated women, thereby helping to shape the educational landscape of her time.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 1388
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664655455
• Artikelnr.: 58435280