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Amos Bronson Alcott
1799 – 1888
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryAmos Bronson Alcott was an American teacher, writer, philosopher, and reformer. As an educator, Alcott pioneered new ways of interacting with young students, focusing on a conversational style, and avoided traditional punishment. He hoped to perfect the human spirit and, to that end, advocated a plant-based diet. He was also an abolitionist and an advocate for women's rights.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
November 29, 1799
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Date of death
March 4, 1888
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Citizenship
United States
Occupations & fields
poetphilosopherteacherwriterpedagogue
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