The Political Instructor: and Guide to General Knowledge; Being a Compendium of Political Information. Designed for the Use of Schools

The Political Instructor and Guide to Knowledge by Alexander Maitland is a comprehensive guide to political information designed for use in schools. The book covers a wide range of topics related to political institutions civil and religious privileges and the importance of education in understanding one's rights and privileges as a citizen. It includes excerpts from historical documents and recommendations from prominent figures like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. The book emphasizes the value of civil and religious privileges providing a detailed overview of the political landscape and the rights of citizens in a democratic society.