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Thomas Jefferson And The University Of Virginia

Thomas Jefferson And The University Of Virginia

Adams, Herbert Baxter

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General EducationGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1428619399
ISBN13: 9781428619395
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 26 2006
Pages: 360
Weight: 1.16
Height: 0.80 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Thomas Jefferson and the University of Virginia by Herbert Baxter Adams is a comprehensive account of the founding and development of the University of Virginia by Thomas Jefferson. The book details the vision and philosophy behind the creation of the university, as well as the challenges and obstacles that Jefferson faced in its establishment. Adams explores the curriculum and structure of the university, as well as the role of the faculty and students in shaping its early years. The book also delves into the political and social context of the time, including the controversy surrounding the university's commitment to religious toleration and the role of slavery in its early years. Overall, Thomas Jefferson and the University of Virginia provides a thorough and engaging examination of one of America's most important institutions of higher education and the man who helped bring it to life.With Authorized Sketches Of Hampden-Sidney, Randolph-Macon, Emory-Henry, Roanoke, And Richmond Colleges, Washington And Lee University, And Virginia Military Institute.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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