Special issue devoted to works and criticisms of Benito Perez Galdos on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Spanish author's death. First time that Hispania" has dedicated an entire issue to one author. (DS)

This discussion on George Sand illustrates the dilemma of the woman who is curious and aggressive in a social milieu which is not ready to accept her in that light. The world in which she lived could not permit a realization of the ideal vision she held. (Author/CJ)

Nettels' text, "The Roots of an American Civilization: A History of American Colonial Life," published in 1938, has enjoyed the widest sales of any text ever written on the colonial period. Never losing his concern for economic development, Nettels' interests in the 1940s and 1950s shifted to the American Revolution. (RM)

The research study investigated common psychological traits and conditions of more than 200 men (historically recognized as highly eminent) born between the 14th and 20th centuries. It was concluded that the childhood traits and conditions are possible clues or indications of adult eminence rather than certain predictors. (SB)

The works of Hilda Taba, known for her leadership of the social studies curriculum project and for her teaching strategies designed to promote different types of thinking in children, are presented. The Taba Social Science Program represents the culmination, in practice and curriculum materials, of Taba's professional life and thought. (PN)

Offers guidelines for teaching children how to read critically and how to judge the authenticity and accuracy of fictional biographies and diaries. (FL)

Will McCall, noted educator and author, now in his ninetieth year, feels that the diary he wrote as an eight-year-old Kentucky mountain boy may be his most enduring work. Short excerpts from the diary are included. (Author/NQA)

The author describes the evolution of the American musical since 1750 and emphasizes the often overlooked importance of the orchestrator. She discusses the talents of several extraordinarily gifted musicians. (KC)

The life and philosophy of British educator Susan Isaacs (organizer of the Matting House School) and her contributions to education are examined. (JD)

This article looks at the contributions to educational history, local history, and history instruction made by William Heard Kilpatrick, who taught history at Teachers College, Columbia University, throughout the first half of the twentieth century. (SJL)

Presents a biographical sketch and lists qualifications of John B. Slaughter, a successful Black electrical engineer, recently appointed the new director of the National Science Foundation. (CS)