June 1890 1891 (2 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a rare look into the history of a Fort Wayne, Indiana-based institution of higher learning that welcomed both genders to its classrooms and halls of residence, many years before its contemporaries. Originally known as the Fort Wayne Female College, the school became the Fort Wayne College in 1858 and has been known as Taylor University since 1991. This comprehensive account of the school includes a history of the Fort Wayne College of Medicine, which became the Medical Department of Taylor University. The catalog included here reproduces the 1890-1891 catalog of the school, showing the coursework for the Business, Medical, Art, and Music Colleges and the preparatory Normal School. The author provides notes that put the 19th-century coursework into perspective for contemporary readers. 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.…

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of the Skene family, their origins, and the etymology of their name. It begins with an analysis of the possible Gaelic, English, and Latin roots of the name Skene and its meanings. The book also provides extensive information on the development of the family and the Skene arms and crest. The author delves further into the broader historical and literary context that influenced the Skene family's growth and their impact on Scottish history. By examining the family's connections to other notable Scottish families and their involvement in significant historical events, the book offers a unique perspective on Scottish history. One of the main themes of the book is the connection between the name, the town of Skene, and the weapon of the same name. The book further examines how these three meanings are related and how they have shaped the Skene family's identity throughout history. 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.…