Publisher's Synopsis
The Higher Learning in America: A Memorandum is a book written by Thorstein Veblen, an American economist and sociologist. The book is a critical analysis of the American higher education system, particularly its emphasis on vocational training and its neglect of pure research and scholarship. Veblen argues that the American university system has become too focused on practical training and has lost sight of the importance of intellectual inquiry and the pursuit of knowledge for its own sake. He also criticizes the influence of wealthy donors on the university system, arguing that they have distorted the priorities of academic institutions and undermined their independence. The book is a call to action for educators and policymakers to re-examine the purpose and goals of higher education in America and to prioritize the pursuit of knowledge and intellectual inquiry over practical training and vocationalism. Written in 1918, The Higher Learning in America remains a seminal work in the field of higher education and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of American universities.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.
