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A Late Harvest: Miscellaneous Papers Written Between Eighty and Ninety
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ISBN13: 9781025778044
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 322
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Late Harvest: Miscellaneous Papers Written Between Eighty and Ninety is a profound collection of essays and addresses penned by Charles William Eliot, the influential long-term president of Harvard University. Compiled during the final decade of his life, these writings offer a unique window into the mind of a seasoned educator and social philosopher as he reflects on the changing world of the early 20th century. The collection encompasses a broad range of subjects, illustrating Eliot's intellectual vitality and his unwavering interest in the progress of human society.
The papers featured in A Late Harvest cover topics such as the future of education, the necessity of democratic ideals, the role of religion in modern life, and the benefits of labor and scientific inquiry. Beyond public policy and institutional leadership, the volume contains intimate reflections on the process of aging and the maintenance of a hopeful outlook. Written with the precision and clarity that marked his academic career, Eliot's work serves as a testament to a lifetime of service and thought. This work remains a valuable resource for readers interested in the history of American higher education, social ethics, and the literary legacy of one of the country's most significant public intellectuals.
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