William Torrey Harris

(1835–1909) Lexicographer United States

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William Torrey Harris was a lexicographer from the United States, best known for The spiritual sense of Dante's Divina commedia.

Quick Facts About William Torrey Harris

Born: September 10, 1835
Died: November 5, 1909
Nationality: United States
Profession: Lexicographer
Notable works: The spiritual sense of Dante's Divina commedia

About William Torrey Harris

William Torrey Harris was an American educator, philosopher, and lexicographer. He worked for nearly a quarter century in St. Louis, Missouri, where he taught school and served as Superintendent of Schools for twelve years. With Susan Blow, in 1873 he established the first permanent, public kindergarten in the country. He is also known for establishing high school as an integral part of public education.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Quotes by William Torrey Harris

The great purpose of school can be realized better in dark, airless, ugly places ... It is to master the physical self,…

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Nothing reveals character more than self-sacrifice. So the highest knowledge we have of God is through the gift of His Son.

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Education is the preparation of the individual for reciprocal union with society; the preparation of the individual so that he can help…

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Our schools have been scientifically designed to prevent over-education from happening. The average American [should be] content with their humble role in…

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Average

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Ninety-nine [students] out of a hundred are automata, careful to walk in prescribed paths, careful to follow the prescribed custom. This is…

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