Harvard The First American University - Couverture souple

Bush, George Gary

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1162762489 ISBN 13 : 9781162762487

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

""Harvard: The First American University"" is a comprehensive book written by George Gary Bush that explores the history and development of Harvard University. The book delves into the origins of the institution, which was founded in 1636, and traces its evolution over the centuries, highlighting the key figures, events, and milestones that shaped its growth and reputation.The book covers a range of topics related to Harvard, including its early years as a Puritan college, its role in the American Revolution, its contributions to science and technology, and its impact on American culture and society. It also examines the challenges and controversies that have faced the university over the years, such as issues of diversity, academic freedom, and student activism.Throughout the book, Bush provides a detailed and engaging account of Harvard's history, drawing on a wide range of primary and secondary sources to offer a nuanced and insightful perspective on this iconic American institution. Whether you are a student, scholar, or simply a curious reader, ""Harvard: The First American University"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of higher education in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Page Home at Stratford of John Harvard s Mother frontispiece Statue of John Harvard, Cambridge, Mass title-page Signature of John Harvard, Cambridge, England f9 A Prospect of the Colledges in Cambridge in New England (1726) .. 9O ld President s Chair 66 View of the Colleges at Cambridge, Massachusetts (1790) 67 South View of the Several Halls of Harvard College (1823) .... 105 Cambridge Common in 1784 .... 132 Monument to Rev. John Harvard .. 160 By permission of Henry F. Waters, Esq., Salem, Mass., whose indefatigable labors and genealogical insight succeeded in discovering all that is known to-day of John Harvard. t For the M. A. degree in the Registry of the University,
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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1162762489
• ISBN 13: 9781162762487
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 174
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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