Publisher's Synopsis
This volume presents "An Introductory Lecture, Delivered in the Laboratory of Yale College, October, 1828." Preserved from the annals of Yale University, this lecture offers a glimpse into the academic landscape of early 19th-century America. Delivered to students at the dawn of a new academic year, the lecture likely outlined the courseâ(TM)s objectives, foundational principles, and expectations for the studentsâ(TM) engagement with scientific study.
This historical document provides valuable insights into the evolution of higher education in the United States and the development of scientific thought during this transformative period. Scholars of education, science history, and American intellectual history will find this lecture a compelling primary source.
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