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A History Of Birmingham-Southern College, 1856-1931

A History Of Birmingham-Southern College, 1856-1931

Perry, Wilbur Dow
Snavely, Guy E.

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World HistoryRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 1258464667
ISBN13: 9781258464660
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Sep 1 2012
Pages: 90
Weight: 0.64
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A History of Birmingham-Southern College, 1856-1931 by Wilbur Dow Perry is a comprehensive account of the early years of Birmingham-Southern College, a private liberal arts college located in Birmingham, Alabama. The book covers the period from the founding of the college in 1856 as Southern University to the end of the presidency of William M. Aikin in 1931. Perry's book provides a detailed examination of the college's early history, including its struggles during the Civil War and its subsequent growth and development in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author explores the various challenges faced by the college, including financial difficulties, faculty turnover, and the changing educational landscape of the South during this time period. The book also examines the various individuals who played a role in the college's early years, including its founders, presidents, faculty, and students. Perry provides insight into the personal and professional lives of these individuals, as well as their contributions to the college's growth and success. Overall, A History of Birmingham-Southern College, 1856-1931 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Birmingham-Southern College, as well as the history of higher education in the South more broadly. Perry's detailed research and engaging writing style make this book an accessible and informative read for scholars, students, and general readers alike.This Brief History Was Written In Celebration Of The 75th Anniversary Of Birmingham-Southern College. Professor Perry, Senior Member Of The Faculty, Was Selected To Write The History. Professor Perry's Connection With The Institution Is Unique. He Is An Alumnus, Has Taught In Both Parent Institutions, And In The Present Institution Which Resulted From The Amalgamation Of Southern University And Birmingham College In 1918. Illustrated With Several Photographs.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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