First, it would be necessary to have a suitable place and not to do as I must at present--hold the classes under the convento by the side of the padre's carriage.

There the children, who like to read aloud, very naturally disturb the padre, and he often comes down, nervous, especially when he has his attacks, yells at them, and even insults me at times.

You know that no one can either teach or learn under such circumstances, for the child will not respect his teacher when he sees him abused without standing up for his rights.

In order to be heeded and to maintain his authority the teacher needs prestige, reputation, moral strength, and some freedom of action.
"Now let me recount to you even sadder details.

I have wished to introduce reforms and have been laughed at.