The Scholar in a Republic: Address at the Centennial Anniversary of the Phi Beta Kappa of Harvard College, June 30, 1881

By Wendell Phillips

This speech by renowned orator and abolitionist Wendell Phillips celebrates the importance of scholarship and education in American society. Phillips argues that an educated citizenry is vital to the preservation of democracy and the pursuit of justice. His thoughtful and eloquent reflections on the role of the scholar in society offer a powerful reminder of the value of intellectual curiosity and critical thinking. Educators, historians, and anyone interested in the history of American education will find much of value in this timeless address.

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 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.

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.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1020023988
• ISBN13: 9781020023989
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 30 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"