Harvard Professors (8 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the pioneering efforts to provide women with access to higher education in the late 19th century. Set against the backdrop of a time when opportunities for women in academia were severely limited, the book focuses on the Society for the Collegiate Instruction of Women, a groundbreaking institution that sought to offer women the same rigorous education as their male counterparts at Harvard College. The book delves into the Society's history, chronicling its triumphs and challenges. It reveals the innovative curriculum that mirrored the Harvard College syllabus, including courses in Greek, Latin, English, German, French, Italian, Philosophy, Political Economy, History, Music, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Natural History. The author highlights the remarkable achievements of the Society's students, including those who went on to influential positions in academia, research, and education. The book also discusses the Society's financial struggles and the remarkable fundraising efforts that led to the construction and expansion of Fay House, a purpose-built facility that housed the Society's classrooms, laboratories, and library. Ultimately, the book captures the spirit of a pioneering era and illuminates the struggles and triumphs of those who dared to challenge societal norms and advocate for women's educational equality. Through its detailed account of the Society's work, the book serves as a testament to the enduring power of ambition and the enduring value of a quality education. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Condition: New. This work describes the burden of mental, behavioural and social health problems in low-income countries. It illuminates the reasons for the substantial morbidity rates, assesses current efforts to cope with these conditions and points to ways to alleviate and, where feasible, prevent them. Num Pages: 400 pages, line figures, tables. BIC Classification: MBNH; MBP; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 581. . 1996. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Condition: New. This work describes the burden of mental, behavioural and social health problems in low-income countries. It illuminates the reasons for the substantial morbidity rates, assesses current efforts to cope with these conditions and points to ways to alleviate and, where feasible, prevent them. Num Pages: 400 pages, line figures, tables. BIC Classification: MBNH; MBP; MMH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 581. . 1996. Paperback. . . . .

10.5 cm x 16.5 cm (4.25" x 6.5"). Four cabinet photographs. Original Hardcover. Very good condition with only minor signs of external wear. Sprache: english.