Noah Porter

Noah Porter: A Memorial By Friends (1893) is a book written by George Spring Merriam as a tribute to Noah Porter, an American academic and theologian who served as the President of Yale University from 1871 to 1886. The book is a collection of essays and speeches by Porter's friends and colleagues who knew him well and admired him greatly. It offers a comprehensive view of Porter's life, achievements, and legacy, as well as his contributions to the fields of education, philosophy, and theology. The book also includes personal anecdotes and recollections that shed light on Porter's character and personality, revealing him to be a man of great intellect, integrity, and kindness. Overall, Noah Porter: A Memorial By Friends (1893) is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the life and work of one of America's most distinguished scholars and educators.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint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.