Published by Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10: 1332083293 ISBN 13: 9781332083299
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book meticulously explores the life and contributions of Ebenezer Strong Snell, the first student admitted to Amherst College and a lifelong servant to the institution. As a mathematics and science professor for over 50 years, Snell played a pivotal role in the college's development, from its humble beginnings to its eventual prominence. The author paints a vivid portrait of Snell's character, highlighting his unwavering dedication, resolute spirit, and generosity. The book delves into Snell's innovative teaching methods, his pursuit of scientific knowledge, and his unwavering faith. Through his tireless efforts, Snell left an enduring legacy on Amherst College, shaping generations of students and solidifying the institution's reputation for academic excellence. This book offers a comprehensive account of Snell's remarkable life and his profound impact on the world of education. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1333357311 ISBN 13: 9781333357313
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating exploration of the life and career of Ebenezer Strong Snell, a prominent professor of mathematics and natural philosophy at Amherst College in the 19th century. The author sheds light on Snell's significant contributions to the field of science and education, delving into his innovative teaching methods and groundbreaking apparatus designs that transformed the learning experience for his students. The book also examines Snell's unwavering dedication to his students and his tireless efforts to advance the college, providing a glimpse into the transformative power of dedicated educators in shaping institutions of higher learning. Through the author's engaging narrative, readers will gain insights into the life of an exceptional scholar who left an enduring legacy on scientific education and the academic landscape of his time. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Springfield, Mass: Clark W. Bryan & Company, 1877
Seller: T. Brennan, Bookseller since 1998 (ABAA / ILAB), Ellsworth, ME, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Good. Octavo, pp. 40. Removed from a bound volume. Original volume pagination written in a neat hand at upper page tips. A few nicks along fore-edge of title page, but essentially a very good copy of an uncommon title.
LeatherBound. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1877 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 48 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.