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The great model of the affection of love in human beings is the sentiment which subsists between parents and children.

The great model of the affection of love in human beings is the sentiment which subsists between parents and children.

William Godwin
Children, Parent, Sentimental
William Godwin (1831). “Thoughts on Man, His Nature, Productions, and Discoveries: Interspersed with Some Particulars Respecting the Author”, p.274

It is probable that there is no one thing that it is of eminent importance for a child to learn. The true object of juvenile education, is to provide, against the age of five and twenty, a mind well regulated, active, and prepared to learn. Whatever will inspire habits of industry and observation, will sufficiently answer this purpose.

William Godwin
Children, Inspire, Mind
William Godwin (1797). “The Enquirer: Reflections on Education, Manners, and Literature. In a Series of Essays”, p.78

What can be more clear and sound in explanation, than the love of a parent to his child?

William Godwin
Children, Parent, Sound
William Godwin (1831). “Thoughts on Man, His Nature, Productions, and Discoveries: Interspersed with Some Particulars Respecting the Author”, p.276

It is probable that there is no one thing that it is of eminent importance for a child to learn.

William Godwin
Children, Importance, Juvenile
William Godwin (1797). “The Enquirer. Reflections on education, manners, and literature. In a series of essays”, p.78

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