A History Of The University Of Chicago, Founded By John D. Rockefeller

""A History Of The University Of Chicago, Founded By John D. Rockefeller: The First Quarter Century"" is a book by Thomas Wakefield Goodspeed that provides a comprehensive account of the early history of the University of Chicago. The book covers the period from the university's founding in 1890 by John D. Rockefeller to the end of the first quarter century of its existence in 1916. The author describes the challenges faced by the university in its early years, including financial difficulties, faculty recruitment, and the development of its academic programs. Goodspeed also provides an in-depth analysis of the university's leadership, including the role of its first president, William Rainey Harper. The book includes numerous photographs and illustrations, as well as detailed appendices that provide additional information on the university's finances, faculty, and students. Overall, ""A History Of The University Of Chicago"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of higher education in America and the development of one of the country's most prestigious universities.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.