Catharine Esther Beecher
Personal Information
Description
An American educator known for her forthright opinions on female education as well as her vehement support of the many benefits of the incorporation of kindergarten into children's education (Wikipedia).
Books
The American Woman\'s Home
Seeking to elevate the status of domestic work, Beecher and co-author Harriet Beecher Stowe redefine it as labor for which women must be educated. They also offer instruction in the specifics of maintaining a household.
Woman's profession as mother and educator with views in opposition to woman suffrage
Educational reminiscences and suggestions
The issue of women's education was a controversial one in the second half of the 19th century. By discussing her own educational training, Beecher presents her views in support of higher education for women.
The new housekeeper's manual
This is a revised and expanded version of The American Woman's Home [Gerritsen no. A198.4].
Religious Training of Children in the School, the Family, and the Church
An appeal to the people in behalf of their rights as authorized interpreters of the Bible
The evils suffered by American women and American children
In this speech deploring the widespread ignorance among American women and children, Beecher issued a plea to women to cooperate with her in her efforts to improve the quality of women's education.
A Treatise on Domestic Economy: For the Use of Young Ladies at Home, and at ..
Since Beecher believed domestic duties should be taught scientifically, she offers instruction in this book to women on health, hygiene, nutrition, exercise, etc.
An Essay on Slavery and Abolitionism: With Reference to the Duty of American Females
Although Beecher takes issue with the call for women's active involvement in the abolition movement, her discussion reveals the inter-relationship between 19th century abolitionism and 19th century feminism.