''Harvard: The First American University'' is a comprehensive historical account of the founding and development of Harvard University, written by George Gary Bush. The book covers the university’s origins in the early 17th century, its evolution into a center of scholarship and intellectual inquiry, and its role in shaping American higher education. It explores the various challenges and controversies that have shaped Harvard’s history, including debates over its religious affiliations, struggles for academic freedom, and efforts to promote diversity and inclusion. The book also profiles some of the most influential figures in Harvard’s history, including its founding fathers, notable alumni, and visionary leaders. Overall, ''Harvard: The First American University'' is a fascinating and informative exploration of one of America’s most iconic institutions of higher learning.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.