Dr. Montessori's Own Handbook: (Timeless Classic Books)
Maria Montessori (August 31, 1870 to May 6, 1952) was an Italian physician, educator, philosopher, humanitarian and devout Catholic; she is best known for her philosophy and the Montessori 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.