An Address at the Dedication of Pardee Hall, Lafayette College (Classic Reprint): October 21, 1873 - Couverture souple

Rossiter W. Raymond

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 133142710X ISBN 13 : 9781331427100

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Dedication of Pardee Hall at Lafayette College frames a practical vision for education that links study to real work in industry and engineering.

This nonfiction profile highlights the dedication day, festive ceremonies, and the wide support from colleges, church groups, and civic leaders. It underscores how a major donation aims to secure a durable future for technical and scientific study, with a strong emphasis on moral preparation and the value of skilled, educated workers in a growing economy.

• Learn why the hall’s opening was celebrated as a milestone for practical education and national growth.
• See how leaders called for young men to pursue thorough study in science, engineering, and related fields.
• Understand the moral and social arguments used to promote engineering, industry, and honest work.
• Discover how diverse voices—from trustees to college presidents—praised the donor’s generosity and the college’s mission.

Ideal for readers of educational history, 19th‑century philanthropy, and Lafayette College’s legacy of practical learning.
{ "genre": "nonfiction", "confidence": 0.70 }

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 133142710X
• ISBN 13: 9781331427100
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 44
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