Historical Sketch Of Oberlin College (1868)

By Edward Henry Fairchild

Book Overview

Historical Sketch of Oberlin College is a book written by Edward Henry Fairchild in 1868. The book provides a detailed account of the founding and development of Oberlin College, a private liberal arts college in Ohio, United States. The author traces the history of the college from its inception in the early 19th century to the time of publication. Fairchild describes the college's founding principles, which included the promotion of religious and social equality, as well as its commitment to providing education to women and African Americans. The book also includes information about the college's faculty, students, and curriculum, as well as its role in the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad. Historical Sketch of Oberlin College is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American higher education, social reform, and the abolitionist movement.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: 1104765756
• ISBN13: 9781104765750
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"