Anonimo - Manuale Scolastico di Educazione Morale - 1868-1926

The book is a school textbook on moral education, intended for high school students in Japan during the Meiji–Taishō period. It opens with the Imperial Rescript on Education, which establishes the fundamental principles of civic morality: respect for parents, family harmony, sincerity, and righteousness. The subsequent chapters illustrate virtues such as diligence, modesty, a sense of duty, and respect for society. The text also teaches loyalty to the state and the importance of contributing to the common good. Through practical examples and short stories, it guides students to behave in a disciplined and responsible manner. The main goal is to shape morally upright citizens who respect social order and are aware of their duties toward family, community, and nation.