The Launching Of A University And Other Papers - Daniel Coit Gilman - Bog

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 university administrator. The book provides a detailed account of the founding and early years of the Johns Hopkins University, one of the first research universities in the United States. Gilman's essays cover a range of topics related to higher education, including the role of universities in society, the importance of research, and the need for academic freedom. The book also includes personal recollections of Gilman's experiences as a student and professor, as well as his interactions with other prominent educators of his time. Overall, The Launching Of A University And Other Papers offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of American higher education and the ideas that shaped it.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.