LIBERTY, LEARNING AND PROPERTY IBD

Sinopsis

'Liberty, Learning and Property' is a historical address delivered by Abram Stevens Hewitt on the occasion of the dedication of the new buildings of Columbia University in the City of New York. This speech reflects on the vital connections between individual liberty, the pursuit of knowledge, and the rights to property within a democratic society. Hewitt articulates the significance of higher education in fostering informed and responsible citizens, emphasizing how learning and freedom are intrinsically linked to the preservation of societal values and progress. This address offers valuable insights into the intellectual and political landscape of the late 19th century, providing a historical perspective on the enduring importance of education and individual rights. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American education, political thought, and the foundational principles upon which universities are built.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.