Memoir of Edward Dorr Griffin, President of Williams College

By Ansel Nash

Book Overview

Memoir Of Edward Dorr Griffin, President Of Williams College (1842) is a biographical account of the life and achievements of Edward Dorr Griffin, who served as the president of Williams College. The book is written by Ansel Nash and provides a comprehensive overview of Griffin's life, including his early years, education, and career.The memoir begins with a brief introduction to Griffin's family background and childhood. It then goes on to describe his education, which included studying at a number of prestigious institutions such as Yale University and Andover Theological Seminary. The book also covers Griffin's early career as a pastor and his eventual appointment as the president of Williams College.Throughout the book, Nash provides insights into Griffin's character, including his strong religious beliefs, his commitment to education, and his dedication to his students. The memoir also includes a number of personal anecdotes and stories that help to bring Griffin's character to life.Overall, Memoir Of Edward Dorr Griffin, President Of Williams College (1842) is a fascinating account of the life of one of America's most influential educators. It provides a valuable insight into the life and achievements of a man who played a significant role in shaping the future of higher education in the United States.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: 1104294516
• ISBN13: 9781104294519
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"