This stirring address, delivered by University of Rochester president Martin Brewer Anderson in 1854, makes a passionate argument for the importance of liberal education in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. Anderson emphasizes the need for students to engage with a range of disciplines and ideas, and to develop their critical thinking skills to become informed and active citizens. This book is a valuable historical text and a compelling call to action for educators and learners today.

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