A History Of Elgin Academy Of Northwestern University (1906)

By L.K. Becker

Book Overview

""A History Of Elgin Academy Of Northwestern University"" is a book written by L.K. Becker in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Elgin Academy, which was established in 1839 in Elgin, Illinois, as a preparatory school for Northwestern University. The author traces the development of the academy from its early days as a small school to its growth into a prominent institution of learning. The book covers various aspects of the academy's history, including its curriculum, faculty, students, and alumni. It also discusses the challenges that the academy faced over the years, such as financial difficulties and changing educational trends. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education in the United States, particularly in the Midwest.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164124250
• ISBN13: 9781164124252
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"