Dr Maria Montessori (1870-1952), Italian philosopher Size:Large: 7 x 5in Edwards sculp October the 8th

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'It is not that a small bird sings With aught of warning voice And bids distrust Anointed kings

A fortified Maori settlement is situated on top of the rock

Portrait of a mandarin

The Palace of Westminster lies on the north bank of the River Thames

Dr Maria Montessori (1870-1952), Italian philosopher Size:Large: 7 x 5in Edwards sculp October the 8thDr Maria Montessori (1870 1952), Italian philosopher, 1926. In addition to being a philosopherm Montessori was also a physician, educator, humanitarian and devout Catholic. She is best known for her philosophy and method of education of children from birth to adolescence. Her educational method is in use today in a number of public as well as private schools throughout the world. From An Outline of Christianity, The Story of Our Civilisation, volume