An Old New England School: A History Of Phillips Academy, Andover (1917)

By Claude Fuess

Book Overview

""An Old New England School: A History Of Phillips Academy, Andover"" is a comprehensive account of the prestigious educational institution in Andover, Massachusetts. Written by Claude M. Fuess and first published in 1917, the book traces the history of the school from its founding in 1778 to the early 20th century. The author covers the school's evolution over time, including changes in curriculum, faculty, and student body. The book also explores the role of Phillips Academy in American education and society, as well as its impact on the town of Andover. The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official records, to provide a detailed and engaging narrative of the school's history. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American education, the development of New England culture, or the history of Phillips Academy specifically.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: 1163992755
• ISBN13: 9781163992753
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 626 Pages
• Weight: 1.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"