Life And Services Of David French Boyd - Couverture souple

Gunby, Andrew Augustus

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1024731901 ISBN 13 : 9781024731903

Editeur : Hutson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

Life And Services Of David French Boyd chronicles the remarkable life of a prominent figure in 19th-century American education and military history. Born into a world on the brink of transformation, David French Boyd navigated the tumultuous years leading up to and following the American Civil War, leaving an indelible mark on the institutions he served.

This biography delves into Boyd's early life, his distinguished service as an officer in the Confederate Army, and, most notably, his long and influential tenure as president of Louisiana State University. The book explores his tireless efforts to rebuild and expand the university in the post-war South, offering a fascinating glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of higher education during a period of profound social and political change.

Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, this work illuminates Boyd's dedication to education, his leadership during times of crisis, and his enduring legacy as a builder of institutions and a shaper of young minds. It serves as a valuable resource for historians, educators, and anyone interested in the history of the American South and the evolution of higher education.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Hutson Street Press
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1024731901
• ISBN 13: 9781024731903
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 36
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible