William Alcott
William Alcott | |
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| Born | William Andrus Alcott August 6, 1798 Wolcott, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Died | March 29, 1859 (aged 60) |
| Other names | William Alexander Alcott |
| Education | Yale School of Medicine |
| Occupation(s) | Educator, physician, author |
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William Andrus Alcott (August 6, 1798 – March 29, 1859), also known as William Alexander Alcott, was an American educator, educational reformer, physician, vegetarian and author of many books. His works, which include a wide range of topics including educational reform, physical education, school house design, family life, and diet, are still widely cited today.