"English Girlhood at School: A Study of Women's Education Through Twelve Centuries" is an expansive and scholarly investigation into the history of female learning in England. Dorothy Gardiner provides a detailed chronological narrative that spans over a millennium, from the early Saxon periods through the Middle Ages and into the modern era. The work meticulously documents the shifting landscape of education for girls, examining how social, religious, and cultural movements dictated the accessibility and nature of schooling.

The study explores a variety of educational environments, including the influence of the church, the role of private governesses, and the eventual rise of formal academic institutions. By analyzing a broad range of historical records, Gardiner reveals the evolving societal expectations placed upon women and how these views shaped their intellectual development. From the training of noblewomen to the education provided in charity schools, the text offers a comprehensive look at the diverse experiences of female students throughout English history.

Essential for historians and scholars of social change, "English Girlhood at School" captures the long journey toward educational equity. It highlights the persistence of female scholars and the gradual expansion of horizons that paved the way for modern pedagogy, making it a definitive resource for understanding the history of education and women's roles in British society.

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