American Colleges

American Colleges

Charles Franklin Thwing

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
Materia
Historia de América
ISBN:
9781436765299
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''American Colleges: Their Students And Work'' is a book written by Charles Franklin Thwing and originally published in 1878. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the American college system during the late 19th century, focusing on the experiences of students and the nature of their academic work. Thwing examines the history and development of colleges in the United States, as well as the various disciplines and courses of study offered by these institutions. He also explores the social and cultural aspects of college life, including the role of athletics, fraternities, and other extracurricular activities. Through his analysis, Thwing offers insights into the challenges and opportunities faced by American college students of his time, and provides a valuable perspective on the evolution of higher education in the United States. Overall, ''American Colleges: Their Students And Work'' is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on the early years of American higher education and the experiences of those who participated in it.This scarce antiquarian book is a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.

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