Publisher's Synopsis
The Launching Of A University And Other Papers: A Sheaf Of Remembrances (1906) is a collection of essays and speeches by Daniel Coit Gilman, an American educator and the first president of Johns Hopkins University. The book includes Gilman's reflections on the founding of the university, as well as his thoughts on education, science, and other topics of interest. The essays cover a wide range of subjects, from the history of higher education in America to the role of universities in society. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American education and the development of the modern university system. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers.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.
