William Rainey Harper

The book ""William Rainey Harper: First President Of The University Of Chicago"" by Thomas Wakefield Goodspeed is a biographical account of the life and achievements of William Rainey Harper, who was the first president of the University of Chicago. The book traces Harper's early life, education, and career, highlighting his contributions to the field of education and his vision for the University of Chicago.The author describes how Harper, a noted scholar and educator, was recruited to lead the newly founded University of Chicago in 1891. The book details Harper's efforts to build the university into a world-class institution, including his establishment of the graduate school and his push for academic freedom and interdisciplinary research.The book also delves into Harper's personal life, including his marriage and family, his religious beliefs, and his political views. The author provides insights into Harper's personality and leadership style, drawing on primary sources such as letters and diaries.Overall, ""William Rainey Harper: First President Of The University Of Chicago"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of a pioneering figure in American higher education.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.