Wellesley College, 1875-1900: Historical Address (1900)

By Louise Josephine Mccoy North

Book Overview

Wellesley College, 1875-1900: Historical Address is a book written by Louise Josephine McCoy North and published in 1900. The book provides a detailed historical account of Wellesley College, a private women's liberal arts college located in Wellesley, Massachusetts, from its founding in 1875 until the turn of the century. The author begins by discussing the founding of the college and the vision of its founder, Henry Fowle Durant. She then goes on to describe the early years of the college, including its struggles and successes, and the challenges it faced in its early years. The book also provides information on the curriculum, the faculty, and the students during this period.The author also discusses the growth and expansion of the college during this period, including the construction of new buildings and the addition of new academic programs. She also highlights the achievements of the college's students and faculty, including their contributions to the suffrage movement and other social causes.Overall, Wellesley College, 1875-1900: Historical Address provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the early years of one of the most prestigious women's colleges in the United States. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of women's education and the role of women in higher education.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: 1166423522
• ISBN13: 9781166423520
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"