Key and Manual to the Normal Union Arithmetic, and Also Methods of Teaching Arithmetic

The book is in fair condition, with significant wear visible on the spine and cover. The binding shows signs of age, with some fraying at the edges. There is no dust jacket, and the pages appear intact with no inscriptions or library markings. This copy is a durable reading edition for those interested in historical educational texts.

"Key and Manual to the Normal Union Arithmetic, and Also Methods of Teaching Arithmetic" by Edward Brooks, A.M., Ph.D., is a detailed educational guide published in 1878 by Sower, Potts & Company in Philadelphia. This work serves as both a key to the "Normal Union Arithmetic" and a comprehensive manual on teaching arithmetic, reflecting Brooks' significant role as Principal and Professor of Mathematics at Pennsylvania State Normal School. The book is a valuable historical resource for educators and collectors interested in the evolution of teaching methods in mathematics during the late 19th century. While the specific edition is not identified, the 1878 publication date suggests it might be an early or first edition. The book is in fair condition, with noticeable wear on the spine and cover, lacking a dust jacket, and no inscriptions or library markings.