People's College: An Address by Rev. Asa D. Smith, D.D.; Portions of Addresses by Mark Hopkins, D.D., Hon. H. Greeley, and Others; and Correspondence (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781172222063)

"People's College" is a compilation of addresses and correspondence related to the establishment and vision of People's College in Montour Falls, New York. This volume includes an address by Rev. Asa D. Smith, D.D., alongside portions of addresses by prominent figures such as Mark Hopkins, D.D., and Hon. Horace Greeley. These speeches and writings offer insights into the educational philosophies and aspirations of the mid-19th century.

The book provides a valuable historical record of the efforts to create accessible higher education opportunities and the debates surrounding curriculum, governance, and the role of education in a democratic society. It sheds light on the social and intellectual context of the time, reflecting the progressive ideas and reform movements that shaped American education.

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