The Oberlin Jubilee 1833-1883

By William Gay Ballantine

Book Overview

The Oberlin Jubilee: 1833-1883 is a historical book written by William Gay Ballantine and published in 1883. The book is a detailed account of the history and development of Oberlin College, a private liberal arts college in Ohio, United States. The book covers the first fifty years of the college's existence, from its founding in 1833 to its jubilee celebration in 1883.The author provides a comprehensive overview of the college's early years, including its founding by a group of Christian abolitionists and its commitment to admitting both men and women of all races. Ballantine also explores the college's role in the abolitionist movement and its contributions to the education of African Americans and women.The book includes a detailed account of the college's faculty, students, and administration, as well as its academic programs and extracurricular activities. The author also provides a glimpse into the social and cultural life of the college, including its religious and spiritual traditions, musical performances, and literary societies.Overall, The Oberlin Jubilee: 1833-1883 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Oberlin College or the abolitionist movement in the United States. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165609479
• ISBN13: 9781165609475
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 358 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"