The Movement For Industrial Education And The Establishment Of The University, 1840-1870 (1918)

By Edmund J. James and Burt Eardley Powell

Book Overview

The Movement For Industrial Education And The Establishment Of The University, 1840-1870 is a historical book written by Burt Eardley Powell in 1918. The book explores the development of industrial education in the United States during the mid-19th century and the establishment of universities during the same period. Powell traces the origins of the movement for industrial education back to the early 1800s, when the country was experiencing rapid industrialization and technological advancements. The book describes how this movement gained momentum in the 1840s and 1850s, as educators and politicians recognized the need for practical training in the skilled trades and engineering. Powell also discusses the role of universities in this movement, arguing that they played a critical role in promoting scientific research and providing advanced training in technical fields. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of education and the development of industry in the United States.With An Introduction.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: 1167244842
• ISBN13: 9781167244841
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 698 Pages
• Weight: 2.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"