Nine Weeks of Strictly First Class Instruction and Entertainment - Softcover

Open June First To Sept. First; Program Begins June Thirtieth; Spend Your Vacation At Chautauqua

 
9780656540556: Nine Weeks of Strictly First Class Instruction and Entertainment

Synopsis

This book, a collection of debate and lectures on the Chautauqua movement from the early twentieth century, provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and cultural significance of this popular American educational and entertainment phenomenon. The author explores the origins of the Chautauqua movement in the late nineteenth century and traces its evolution over the following decades. The book also examines the Chautauqua's role in American society, its impact on education and culture, and its influence on the development of American popular culture. Through a rich collection of primary source material, the author sheds light on the diverse array of topics covered by Chautauqua lecturers, from politics and religion to science and literature, and provides insights into the intellectual and cultural preoccupations of the American people during this period.

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9780666599339: Nine Weeks of Strictly First Class Instruction and Entertainment: Open June First to Sept. First; Program Begins June Thirtieth; Spend Your Vacation at Chautauqua (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0666599335 ISBN 13:  9780666599339
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
Hardcover