Chace, George J.

The virtues and services of Francis Wayland. A discourse commemorative of Francis Wayland delivered before the alumni of Brown University, September 4, 1866

Providence: Sidney S. Rider & Brother, 1866. 8vo, pp. 51, [1]; old sticker on the upper wrapper, text slightly toned, else very good in original printed gray wrappers. Stern and heavy handed, Wayland did bring about progressive ideas for discussion in the classroom, but lack of support for his progressive views led to his offer of resignation in 1849. Discussions with the Corporation resulted in the withdrawal of his resignation. Item #56364

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