Yale Memories (1914)

Yale Memories is a memoir written by Willis G. Wiser and published in 1914. The book is a personal account of Wiser’s experiences as a student at Yale University in the late 19th century. It covers his time at the university from his freshman year in 1889 to his graduation in 1893. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Wiser’s time at Yale, including his classes, extracurricular activities, and social life. He provides detailed descriptions of the campus and the buildings, as well as the traditions and customs of the university. Wiser also includes anecdotes and stories about his fellow students, many of whom went on to become prominent figures in business, politics, and the arts. He discusses the challenges of balancing academic work with social activities, and the importance of friendships and relationships in his time at Yale. Overall, Yale Memories is a nostalgic and affectionate tribute to Wiser’s alma mater, and a fascinating glimpse into the life of a student at one of America’s most prestigious universities in the late 19th century.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.