Publisher's Synopsis
Hiram College and Western Reserve Eclectic Institute: Fifty Years of History 1850-1900 is a comprehensive historical account of the founding and development of Hiram College and the Western Reserve Eclectic Institute. The book covers the period from 1850 to 1900, providing an in-depth look at the people, events, and institutions that shaped the early years of these two educational institutions. Written by Francis Marion Green, a former professor and president of Hiram College, the book is based on extensive research and firsthand knowledge of the schools. It includes detailed descriptions of the founding of the Western Reserve Eclectic Institute, which later became Hiram College, and the challenges faced by the early founders and educators.The book also provides a detailed account of the curriculum, faculty, and student life at both institutions, as well as the role of religion in their development. It covers the impact of the Civil War on the schools and the challenges faced by educators in the post-war period.Overall, Hiram College and Western Reserve Eclectic Institute: Fifty Years of History 1850-1900 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of higher education in the United States, as well as the development of Ohio's educational system in the 19th century.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.
