This insightful volume is a collection of Dr. Maria Montessori’s lectures given at the University of Rome and explores the Italian physician’s views on methods of education and childhood development.

First published in 1913, Maria Montessori's Pedagogical Anthropology is an early insight into the profound physician’s alternative ideas regarding early childhood education. Across ten chapters, Montessori explores the history of anthropological study and pedagogy, analysing biological and psychological aspects of childhood. Featuring 163 illustrations and diagrams, this volume is an interesting read for those familiar with the Montessori method of education.

Certain Principles of General Biology

Craniology

The Thorax

The Pelvis

The Limbs

The Skin and Pigments

Technical Part

Statistical Methodology

The Biographic History of the Pupil and His Antecedents

The Application of Biometry to Anthropology for the Purpose of Determining the Medial Man