Maria Montessori

Maria Montessori : A Biography

Maria Montessori (1870--1952) brought about a revolution in the classroom. She developed a method of teaching small children and inspired a movement that carried that method into every corner of the world. In her rich and forthright biography, Rita Kramer brings this powerful woman to life, illuminating not only her lasting contributions to child development and social reform, but also the controversies surrounding her training methods and private life.

  • Format: Paperback | 418 pages
  • Dimensions: 154 x 225 x 26mm | 612g
  • Publication date: 22 Jan 1988
  • Publisher: HACHETTE BOOKS
  • Imprint: Da Capo Press Inc
  • Publication City/Country: Reading, MA, United States
  • Language: English
  • Edition Statement: Revised ed.
  • ISBN10: 0201092271
  • ISBN13: 9780201092271
  • Bestsellers rank: 83,168

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