Cornell

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Set against the backdrop of 1860s Ithaca, the narrative chronicles the revolutionary vision of Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White in founding a pioneering university that embraced egalitarian principles. This institution aimed to provide educational opportunities regardless of race or creed, merging industrial science with humanistic values. Carol Kammen's illustrated account places Cornell's development within its historical context, detailing its enduring commitment to tolerance and creativity, while also acknowledging the challenges faced along the way.