School(house) Design and Curriculum in Nineteenth Century America

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Focusing on the interplay between school architecture and curriculum in nineteenth-century America, the book explores how these elements shaped cultural norms and addressed social inequities. Unlike previous studies, it highlights the formative impact of this relationship on education. Da Silva employs a cross-disciplinary approach to analyze the historical and theoretical implications, offering insights for contemporary practitioners and scholars. By reflecting on the evolution of school design, the work critiques modern American education and its ongoing challenges.