This is the "Inaugural Discourse, Delivered Before the University in Cambridge, August 10, 1819" by Andrews Norton. This historical discourse provides insights into the academic and intellectual landscape of early 19th-century America. Norton's address reflects on the role of the university within the broader context of American society and its commitment to knowledge and enlightenment.
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