The Reminiscences Of James Burrill Angell - James Burrill Angell - Bog

The Reminiscences of James Burrill Angell is a memoir written by James Burrill Angell, an American educator, diplomat, and academic administrator who served as the president of the University of Michigan from 1871 to 1909. In this book, Angell shares his personal experiences and reflections on his life, career, and the events that shaped his era.The memoir is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular period of Angell's life. The book begins with his childhood in Rhode Island and his education at Brown University, where he earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees. Angell then goes on to describe his early career as a professor of modern languages at Brown and as the president of the University of Vermont.The bulk of the book is devoted to Angell's tenure as the president of the University of Michigan, during which he oversaw the expansion of the university and the development of its academic programs. He also played a key role in shaping the university's policies on athletics and student life.Throughout the book, Angell reflects on his experiences as a diplomat, including his service as the United States Minister to China and his involvement in negotiations with Japan and Korea. He also discusses his involvement in various educational and cultural organizations, including the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the National Education Association.Overall, The Reminiscences of James Burrill Angell provides a fascinating insight into the life and career of one of America's most influential educators and diplomats. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American higher education and the development of international relations in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.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.