Edward Kidder Graham, 1876-1918

By Louis Round Wilson

Book Overview

Edward Kidder Graham, 1876-1918 is a book written by Louis Round Wilson and published in 1919. The book is a biography of Edward Kidder Graham, who was a prominent figure in the academic world during the early 20th century. Graham was the president of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill from 1914 until his death in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Graham's life, including his childhood, education, and career. It explores his early years as a student at the University of North Carolina, where he excelled academically and became involved in student organizations. The book also covers Graham's time as a professor at the university and his eventual appointment as its president. In addition to his work in academia, the book also delves into Graham's involvement in social and political issues of the time. Graham was a strong advocate for racial equality and worked to improve the conditions of African American students at the university. He was also a vocal supporter of the United States' entry into World War I and played a key role in the war effort.Overall, Edward Kidder Graham, 1876-1918 is a detailed and insightful biography of a notable figure in American academia and history. It offers a fascinating look into the life and work of a man who made significant contributions to education and society during a pivotal moment in American history.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: 1120614163
• ISBN13: 9781120614162
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"