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The History Of Phi Beta Kappa

The History Of Phi Beta Kappa

Voorhees, Oscar McMurtrie

Paperback

PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1432594516
ISBN13: 9781432594510
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2007
Pages: 416
Weight: 1.34
Height: 0.93 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The History of Phi Beta Kappa by Oscar M. Voorhees is a comprehensive account of the oldest and most prestigious academic honor society in the United States. The book traces the origins of Phi Beta Kappa from its founding at the College of William and Mary in 1776 to its expansion to other colleges and universities across the country. Voorhees delves into the organization's early years, including its establishment as a secret society and its role in promoting liberal arts education. He also explores Phi Beta Kappa's evolution into a more public organization, its efforts to promote academic excellence, and its involvement in social and political issues throughout American history. The book includes detailed profiles of notable members of Phi Beta Kappa, including presidents, politicians, and other prominent figures in American society. Voorhees also discusses the organization's motto, symbols, and rituals, as well as its role in shaping the academic landscape of the United States. Overall, The History of Phi Beta Kappa provides a fascinating and detailed account of one of the most important institutions in American higher education. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of education, academic honor societies, or American culture and society.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.

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