Telling Tales Out of School by Mary McPherson

Author: Mary McPherson
Publisher: Kangaroo Press, Kenthurst, NSW
Year: 1996
Format: Softcover
Pages: 180 pages, illustrated with facsimiles and portraits
ISBN: 0864178077 / 9780864178077
Type of Book: Australian education history, New South Wales school history

Description
Telling Tales Out of School, compiled by Mary McPherson, explores the history of public schooling in New South Wales through stories, records, images and reflections. Covering both primary and secondary education, this volume brings together accounts of school life, teaching, communities and the changing role of public education across NSW.

Illustrated with photographs, portraits and facsimiles, the book offers a valuable look at the development of public schools and the experiences of students and teachers over time. It includes bibliographical references and an index, making it useful for researchers, local historians, former students and anyone interested in the social history of education in New South Wales.

Condition
Softcover. Very Good condition.

Why You’ll Love It
A thoughtful and well-illustrated history of public education in New South Wales, ideal for readers interested in school history, genealogy, local history and the everyday stories that shaped communities.