Publisher's Synopsis
The ""Memorial of John Harvard: The Gift to Harvard University of Samuel James Bridge (1884)"" is a book written by George Edward Ellis that details the history and significance of the memorial statue of John Harvard located on the Harvard University campus. The book focuses on the story of Samuel James Bridge, a wealthy Bostonian who donated the funds for the creation of the statue in honor of Harvard's founder, John Harvard. Ellis provides a detailed account of the planning and construction of the statue, as well as its dedication ceremony in 1884. The book also delves into the life and legacy of John Harvard, exploring his role in the founding of the university and his impact on education in America. Overall, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of America's most prestigious universities and the man who inspired its creation.Ceremonies At The Unveiling Of The Statue, October 15, 1884.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.
