A look at how and why higher learning rose with a nation’s needs This excerpt from An Inaugural Address: Delivered July 31st, 1849 examines the purpose and power of colleges and universities. It frames learning as essential to independence, progress, and a thriving public life.
Worthington Smith discusses the transition from medieval, cloistered education to a more open, practical system that serves the whole community. The speech reflects on the rise of public colleges, the role of government in supporting learning, and the shift toward a literacy-rich culture where books, lectures, and exchanges of ideas become widespread.
The address also considers why higher institutions matter for a free, informed republic. It contrasts earlier era constraints with a landscape where sunlit libraries, lyceums, and accessible courses empower farmers, workers, and citizens to participate in civic life.
Ideal for readers of history of education, public policy, and 19th-century American thought.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book envisions the role of educational institutions in cultivating human culture. It explores the historical evolution of these establishments, emphasizing their role in preserving and transmitting knowledge. The author discusses the importance of maintaining these institutions, explaining that their primary goal is not merely to impart facts but to encourage critical thinking, moral development, and social responsibility. By providing a comprehensive analysis of various educational systems, the author highlights their influence on shaping individuals and society as a whole. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243388912_0
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