The History Of The Lowell Institute (1898)

By Harriette Smith

Book Overview

The History Of The Lowell Institute is a book written by Harriette Knight Smith and originally published in 1898. The Lowell Institute was a philanthropic organization founded in Boston in the mid-19th century by John Lowell Jr. with the aim of providing free public lectures on a variety of subjects, including science, literature, and the arts. Smith's book provides a detailed history of the institute, from its inception to the time of publication, and includes information on the notable speakers who have given lectures there over the years. The book also explores the impact that the Lowell Institute has had on education and public discourse in America, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education and intellectual life 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: 1165595184
• ISBN13: 9781165595181
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"