The University Ideal

""The University Ideal: Past and Present"" by Alexander Bain is a comprehensive exploration of the history and evolution of universities, from their origins in medieval Europe to the modern day. The book provides a detailed analysis of the key features of universities, including their organization, curriculum, and governance, and examines how these have changed over time.Bain also discusses the various challenges that universities have faced throughout their history, such as political interference, financial constraints, and changing societal expectations. He explores how universities have responded to these challenges, and the impact that they have had on the development of higher education.Throughout the book, Bain draws on a wide range of historical and contemporary sources to provide a nuanced and insightful account of the university ideal. He argues that while the ideal of the university has evolved over time, it remains a vital institution for the advancement of knowledge and the development of society.Overall, ""The University Ideal: Past and Present"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history and future of higher education, and the role that universities play in shaping our world.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Practical Essays, by Alexander Bain. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766195848.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.