Endowed Schools of Ireland is a historical account of the educational institutions in Ireland that were established through endowments. Written by Harriet Martineau and originally published in 1859, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the history and development of endowed schools in Ireland, including their origins, funding, and administration.Martineau examines the various types of endowed schools in Ireland, including grammar schools, free schools, and charity schools, and provides detailed information on their curriculum, staff, and student body. She also discusses the role of the Church in education and the impact of political and social changes on the Irish educational system.Throughout the book, Martineau emphasizes the importance of education in promoting social and economic progress, and highlights the challenges faced by educators in Ireland during a period of political and social upheaval. She also provides insights into the lives of students and teachers in these schools, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the educational landscape of Ireland in the mid-19th century.Overall, Endowed Schools of Ireland is an informative and engaging historical account of the educational institutions that played a vital role in shaping Irish society and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.