Product Description
by Edward Hitchcock (Author)
Reminiscences of Amherst College: Historical, Scientific, Biographical, and Autobiographical (1863) is a book written by Edward Hitchcock that offers a comprehensive account of the early years of Amherst College. The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides a unique perspective on the history of the college.The historical section of the book covers the founding of Amherst College and its early years, including the struggles faced by the college in its early days. The scientific section of the book focuses on the various scientific disciplines that were taught at Amherst College, including geology, chemistry, and astronomy. The biographical section of the book includes profiles of several notable individuals associated with Amherst College, including professors and alumni.The autobiographical section of the book is perhaps the most interesting, as it provides a personal account of Hitchcock's own experiences at Amherst College. Hitchcock was a prominent figure at the college, serving as a professor of geology and president of the college from 1845 to 1854. His personal anecdotes provide a unique insight into the daily life of a professor at Amherst College in the mid-19th century.Overall, Reminiscences of Amherst College is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of higher education in the United States. The book provides a detailed account of the early years of one of the country's most prestigious liberal arts colleges, as well as an insight into the life of a prominent academic figure of the time.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.
