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February - Cutting Weather. A typical day at Dr Swishtails Academy. George Cruikshank
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February - Cutting Weather. A typical day at Dr Swishtails Academy. George Cruikshank
February - Cutting Weather. A typical day at Dr Swishtails Academy. George Cruikshank cartoon from The Comic Almanack for 1839. Boys at their desks look on as the schoolmaster punishes a boy by flogging him with the birch. Biggest boy in class holds victim on his back. Engraving
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1839 Academy Back Biggest Birch Boys Cartoon Class Classroom Comic Corporal Cruikshank Cutting Education February George Holds Male Punishment School Schoolmaster Teacher Typical Victim Weather Almanack Desks Flogging Preparatory Punishes Schoolroom
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In this print titled "February - Cutting Weather. A typical day at Dr Swishtails Academy" renowned artist George Cruikshank takes us back to the year 1839, offering a glimpse into the world of education during that era. The scene unfolds in a classroom where young boys sit diligently at their desks, engrossed in their studies. However, what catches our attention is the unfortunate punishment being administered by the schoolmaster. With a stern expression on his face, the teacher holds a birch rod firmly in his hand as he prepares to discipline one of his students. The biggest boy in class stands behind him, holding down the victim who bears an expression of pain and discomfort. This corporal punishment was common during those times as a means to maintain discipline within schools. Cruikshank's masterful engraving skillfully captures both the seriousness and absurdity of this moment. Through intricate details and expressive characters, he invites us to reflect upon educational practices from long ago while also highlighting societal attitudes towards discipline. This thought-provoking image serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of educational methods and child welfare since then. It prompts us to appreciate modern approaches that prioritize empathy and understanding over physical punishment
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