History Of Tufts College (1896)

By Alaric Bertrand Start

Book Overview

The History of Tufts College is a comprehensive account of the founding and early years of Tufts College, written by Alaric Bertrand Start and published in 1896. The book covers the origins of the college, which was founded in 1852 as the Universalist College of Medford, Massachusetts, and its subsequent growth and development into a respected institution of higher learning. Start provides detailed information on the college's early leaders, including its first president, Hosea Ballou II, and the challenges they faced in establishing and maintaining the college. The book also includes descriptions of the college's early curriculum, campus life, and notable events and individuals in its history. The History of Tufts College is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American higher education, as well as for those interested in the specific history of Tufts College.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: 1104180049
• ISBN13: 9781104180041
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"