The Past and the Present (Classic Reprint): Semi-Centennial Address to the Alumni of Yale College, and Graduates of 1814, at Their Annual Meeting, ... Meeting, July 27, 1864 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A reflective look at fifty years of American life through a Yale class of 1814. This nonfiction address surveys the political, educational, and cultural forces that shaped the early republic and the nation’s unity. It frames the class’s experience against the backdrop of war, reform, and the evolving balance between science, classic learning, and theology.

Delivered at a 1864 alumni gathering, the discourse blends historical narrative with a portrait of Yale’s enduring mission. It recalls the college’s founders, the influence of early leaders, and the ongoing effort to unite enduring ideas with practical education. The speech also contemplates powerful figures, national philosophy, and the challenges of a republic in crisis.

• Understand how a 19th‑century college framed national politics and ideas of sovereignty.


• Explore how education balanced classics, science, and theology to prepare citizens.


• See reflections on leadership, reverence for tradition, and the responsibilities of institutions.

Ideal for readers interested in American history, higher education, and 19th‑century public discourse.

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