births
November 29, 1799
Amos Bronson Alcott, American philosopher and academic (died 1888)
Amos Bronson Alcott
Amos Bronson Alcott was an American teacher, writer, philosopher, and reformer. As an educator, Alcott pioneered new ways of interacting with young students, focusing on a conversational style, and avoided traditional punishment. He hoped to perfect the human spirit and, to that end, advocated a plant-based diet. He was also an abolitionist and an advocate for women's rights.
November 29
November 29 is the 333rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 32 days remain until the end of the year.