English Catholics and the Education of the Poor 1847–1902

Filling an important gap in the historiography of Victorian Britain, this book examines the English Catholic Church's efforts during the second half of the nineteenth century to provide elementary education for Catholics. Chapter 1 A Church Divided and the Educational Solution; Chapter 2 The Status of Catholic Education at Mid-Century and the Catholic Educational Philosophy; Chapter 3 Educational Obstacles to Overcome; Chapter 4 English Catholics and the Politics of Education, 1847–70: Preparing for Battle; Chapter 5 English Catholics and the Politics of Education, 1870: The Battle Begins; Chapter 6 English Catholics and the Politics of Education, 1871–90: Engaging with the Enemy; Chapter 7 English Catholics and the Politics of Education, 1891–1902: A Strategy for Success; Chapter 8 Catholic Education and Identity after the Balfour Act: The Battle Ends but the Fight Continues;